Zelensky rallies European allies as US support for Ukraine wanes
Summary
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is asking European countries for more support as his relationship with U.S. President Donald Trump becomes difficult. Zelensky plans to restart attacks on Russian oil facilities despite Trump's requests, while European leaders show continued support for Ukraine.Key Facts
- Zelensky said Ukraine will resume strikes on Russian oil refineries, ignoring President Trump's demands to stop.
- Relations between Ukraine and the U.S. have worsened after Trump eased sanctions on Russia to boost diesel supply.
- Ukraine is facing problems with a U.S.-provided satellite system that helps its military defend against Russian attacks.
- Zelensky met NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte and European leaders in Brussels before an EU summit.
- European leaders including France’s Emmanuel Macron and Poland’s Donald Tusk expressed strong support for Ukraine.
- Russia reported a drone attack on a Moscow-area oil refinery and blamed Ukraine for hurting U.S. peace efforts.
- Zelensky said Russia has ignored Trump’s proposed ceasefire on energy infrastructure and continues strikes.
- Kyiv citizens have noticed a shift in the U.S. position towards Ukraine’s conflict with Russia.
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