Ukraine hit by deadly Russian strikes as ‘thanks’ for Trump diesel deal, Zelenskyy says
Ukrainian president says money from fuel sales will intensify war as European leaders reiterate support for Kyiv
TL;DR
- Zelenskyy claims Russia launched deadly strikes on Ukraine as a 'thank you' for a diesel deal brokered by Donald Trump.
- He accuses Washington of indirectly funding Russia's war by facilitating fuel sales.
- The deal, announced by Trump, aimed to reduce diesel prices ahead of US midterm elections.
- Zelenskyy warned that easing sanctions on Russia allows it to prolong the war and kill more civilians.
- Fifteen people, including three children, were killed in Russian strikes on Zaporizhzhia shortly after the deal was announced.
- European leaders, including Kaja Kallas and Stefan Kornelius, reaffirmed their commitment to sanctions against Russia.
- The EU plans to add 1,600 new individuals and entities to its sanctions blacklist.
- Trump's envoys reportedly suggested cutting off US intelligence sharing if Ukraine did not halt strikes on Russian refineries.