Ukraine’s leader Volodymyr Zelensky warned Monday that his country would retaliate if Russia continued attacks on energy infrastructure despite a proposed ceasefire. The warning came as Ukrainian officials confirmed that Russian strikes on energy facilities had not ceased.
Zelensky’s statement followed a unilateral announcement by US President Donald Trump on Sunday, which claimed Russia and Ukraine had agreed to an “energy ceasefire.” However, Ukrainian officials said the agreement had not been implemented. Kyiv reported that Russian strikes on energy infrastructure continued, undermining the proposed pause.
The Trump-Putin energy deal has drawn criticism from the European Union, which called the agreement “concerning” and emphasized that sanctions on Russia would remain in place. EU foreign ministers expressed concern that the deal could weaken transatlantic unity amid ongoing Russian attacks on Ukraine.
The proposed ceasefire comes amid rising global fuel prices and ongoing military tensions. While Trump’s announcement was welcomed by some, it has not led to immediate action from Moscow. Zelensky’s warning underscores the lack of progress in de-escalating the conflict, with both sides continuing to target energy systems.
The situation highlights the growing complexity of the war, with diplomatic efforts struggling to match the pace of military activity. As the conflict continues, the energy sector remains a key battleground, with both sides using attacks on infrastructure to gain strategic advantage.
