Trump Announces Energy Ceasefire with Russia, Ukraine Seeks Verification
Key Highlights
- US President Donald Trump announces energy ceasefire with Russia.
- Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelensky expresses skepticism about the agreement.
- Russian President Vladimir Putin's spokesman Dmitry Peskov confirms 'contacts are continuing'.
US President Donald Trump announced a ceasefire on strikes on energy infrastructure between Russia and Ukraine "effective immediately", but Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelensky expressed skepticism about the agreement, saying "news for me". The Kremlin has not commented publicly on the matter.
"Contacts are continuing," said Russian President Vladimir Putin's spokesman Dmitry Peskov, adding "As soon as we have anything to say about this, we will definitely inform you." Peskov's statement suggests that Russia is not ready to confirm the ceasefire, despite Trump's claim that an energy ceasefire has been agreed.
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Moskovsky Komsomolets has hailed US President Donald Trump's proposal for an energy ceasefire as a boon for Russia. Citing the avoidance of Ukraine's last operational oil refinery as a significant advantage. The refinery, which has already endured multiple attacks, continues to operate at a fraction of its capacity.
Ukraine's energy minister, DTEK, reported that six Ukrainian energy sites have been hit by Russia since Trump announced the ceasefire. The attacks have caused extensive damage and fuel shortages across the country.
Trump has claimed that his recent fuel deal with Russia will benefit US consumers. However, there is widespread skepticism about the volumes involved. The deal allows the US to import Russian diesel, which has been a contentious issue.
Russian officials have welcomed Trump's declaration that Ukraine should get a new president, saying "reports suggest it's time for Ukraine to get a new president." The Kremlin has also proposed a one-day cessation of hostilities for Ukraine to hold elections, which Ukraine has rejected.
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Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov has said Ukraine does not deserve the "respite" a ceasefire would bring, suggesting that Russia will continue to press its advantage in the conflict.
However, experts say it is unlikely to have a significant impact on fuel prices.
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