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TRUMP CALLS UKRAINE RENEWED STRIKES ON RUSSIAN OIL REFINERIES A DISGRACE
Trump condemns Ukraine strikes on Russian oil refineries, signaling geopolitical risk to energy supply.
Context
What happened: Trump called Ukraine's renewed strikes on Russian oil refineries "a disgrace" and again criticised Zelenskyy after an energy ceasefire collapsed. Ukraine resumed the strikes after Zelenskyy said Kyiv was abandoning the ceasefire.
Key numbers: EU promised a 22nd round of sanctions. Trump said the war began more than four and a half years ago.
Why it matters: Kyiv's ties with Washington have soured, with Ukraine saying Starlink services were restricted. European leaders declared support for Zelenskyy and said they will not lift sanctions unless Russia stops the war.
Coverage: 9 outlets in 24h
What changed
Trump called Ukraine's renewed strikes on Russian oil refineries "a disgrace" and again criticised Zelenskyy after an energy ceasefire collapsed. Ukraine resumed the strikes after Zelenskyy said Kyiv was abandoning the ceasefire.
Why it matters
Kyiv's ties with Washington have soured, with Ukraine saying Starlink services were restricted. European leaders declared support for Zelenskyy and said they will not lift sanctions unless Russia stops the war.