Ukraine has resumed military strikes on Russian oil refineries, ending a three-day pause requested by the United States. The attacks, carried out using drones, target energy infrastructure in Russia, marking a renewed escalation in the conflict. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy confirmed the resumption of strikes, expressing frustration with U.S. President Donald Trump’s push for an energy ceasefire.
The strikes come amid growing tensions between Kyiv and Washington. Zelenskyy accused the U.S. Of withdrawing critical defense support, citing a lack of progress in negotiations. The attacks were launched on Thursday, following a brief truce that Ukraine had previously agreed to, which Moscow allegedly ignored. The Ukrainian military stated that the strikes were necessary to disrupt Russian military operations and prevent further attacks on Ukrainian territory.
This development follows a series of military operations by Ukraine, including the destruction of four Russian Su-34 fighter-bombers in a strike on a military airfield in Voronezh. The attack was announced by Zelenskyy in a statement on X, highlighting the ongoing efforts to target Russian military assets. The resumption of strikes also coincides with a meeting between Zelenskyy and NATO chief Mark Rutte in Brussels, where discussions focused on the need for an energy ceasefire and continued U.S. Military support.
The conflict has seen periodic pauses in attacks, often brokered by international mediators, but tensions remain high. Zelenskyy’s criticism of Trump reflects broader frustrations with U.S. Policy, as Kyiv continues to rely on Western military aid to sustain its defense against Russian forces. The resumption of strikes underscores the ongoing volatility of the war and the challenges of maintaining diplomatic pressure on both sides.
