Ukraine Pauses Strikes on Russian Refineries After Pressure From U.S.
Zelensky said the pause followed U.S. pressure and a proposed energy truce as Russia kept striking Ukrainian energy infrastructure.
- On Tuesday, October 27, President Volodymyr Zelensky outlined conditions for an "energy truce," stating Ukraine would halt strikes on Russian oil refineries only if Russia stops targeting Ukrainian power infrastructure.
- President Donald Trump unilaterally announced an energy ceasefire on October 11, which surprised the Ukrainian leader, though Zelensky said Kyiv was ready to observe the truce to protect infrastructure.
- During the initial 72 hours of the truce, Ukrainian forces suspended refinery attacks, acting "a little more cautiously" while shifting focus to Russian ballistic missile launchers and data centers.
- Broad security discussions involving Ukraine, the United States, the European Union, and NATO are planned for Brussels this week, as the current pause in refinery strikes remains temporary.
- Zelensky cautioned against lifting sanctions before negotiations, warning that restoring international pressure would be difficult, even as systematic strikes on Russian refineries continue to create economic challenges.
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(Seoul = Yonhap News) Reporter Lee Shin-young = Ukraine eventually launched airstrikes on Russian oil refineries under pressure from U.S. President Donald Trump to accept an energy ceasefire...
According to The Wall Street Journal, the ceasefire was also discussed at a meeting in Oslo, which was attended by President Alexander Stubb.
According to The Wall Street Journal, the ceasefire was also discussed at a meeting in Oslo, which was attended by President Alexander Stubb.
Trump pressure prompts Ukraine to pause strikes on Russian refineries, WSJ reports
Ukraine has paused its strikes on Russian oil refineries following pressure from US President Donald Trump, the Wall Street Journal reported. Ukrainian units were reportedly told in mid-October to complete ongoing missions but hold off on further attacks. The unofficial pause could last until after the US midterm elections and potentially deeper into November, amid renewed efforts to revive peace talks.
After pressure from the United States, Ukraine has paused its attacks on Russian oil refineries, several sources with insight told The Wall Street Journal.
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