Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced that Ukraine would resume strikes on Russian oil refineries, accusing Moscow of continuing attacks on Ukrainian energy infrastructure despite Kyiv’s temporary pause at Washington’s request. In an interview with the Financial Times, Zelenskyy criticized the reported withdrawal of U.S. intelligence sharing and disruptions to Starlink communications, warning that both developments threatened Ukraine’s military operations.
Zelenskyy also expressed concern that U.S. President Donald Trump’s pursuit of business and energy agreements with Russia could strengthen Moscow’s war effort. He said Ukraine would consider halting refinery strikes in exchange for additional Patriot air-defense interceptors. Meanwhile, Ukraine reportedly attacked a Russian refinery in the Ryazan region as Russian forces struck a Ukrainian gas production facility.
Despite tensions with Washington, Zelenskyy emphasized the importance of U.S. support and called for stronger European unity, tougher sanctions against Russia, and faster financial assistance. He warned that divisions among Western allies could reduce pressure on Moscow and benefit Russian President Vladimir Putin.
