Trump Slams Ukraine’s Strikes on Russian Refineries
US President Donald Trump has criticised Ukraine’s decision to resume attacks on Russian oil refineries, describing the strikes as a disgrace and blaming them for keeping global energy prices elevated. His remarks, made during an interview aired on October 15, 2026, followed Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s decision to abandon an energy infrastructure ceasefire amid renewed Russian attacks.
Trump Criticises Ukraine’s Strikes on Russian Refineries
President Trump accused Ukraine of worsening global fuel shortages by targeting Russian oil-processing facilities.
His criticism followed a Ukrainian strike on a Rosneft refinery southeast of Moscow that supplies fuel to the Russian capital.
Trump argued that Ukraine could select alternative military targets without disrupting diesel production, which he described as essential to global energy supplies.
The comments come amid heightened international concern over fuel availability and rising energy costs.
Zelenskyy Ends Energy Ceasefire After Russian Attacks
Zelenskyy announced that Ukraine would no longer observe the energy infrastructure ceasefire previously promoted by Washington.
The decision followed renewed Russian missile and drone strikes against Ukrainian power stations and other energy facilities, leaving hundreds of thousands of residents without electricity.
The Ukrainian President said Kyiv’s patience had run out, criticising Washington’s willingness to negotiate economic arrangements with Moscow despite continuing Russian military operations.
Ukraine maintains that attacks on Russian oil infrastructure are intended to weaken Moscow’s ability to finance its military campaign.
Trump Questions Zelenskyy’s Commitment to Peace Talks
The Trump administration has been attempting to negotiate an end to the Russia-Ukraine war, which began with Russia’s full-scale invasion in February 2022.
However, Trump expressed frustration with Zelenskyy, saying he considered the Ukrainian leader more difficult to negotiate with than Russian President Vladimir Putin.
Meanwhile, Ukraine has reportedly faced restrictions on a satellite communications system used for battlefield coordination and drone operations.
The developments highlight growing tensions between Washington and Kyiv over military strategy, energy security and efforts to negotiate a ceasefire.
