Trump Labels Ukraine's New Oil Refinery Strikes a Disgrace, Criticizes Zelensky

President Donald Trump described Ukraine's renewed attacks on Russian oil refineries as a “disgrace” in remarks made after an energy ceasefire between Moscow and Kyiv fell apart. The ceasefire, which Trump announced last week, had not been formally accepted by either side.

Trump also said Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is “more difficult to deal with than Putin,” renewing his criticism of the Ukrainian leader. Zelenskyy responded that Kyiv was ending the ceasefire abruptly, prompting the resumption of strikes on Russian facilities.

The renewed targeting of Russian refineries follows the collapse of the short‑lived energy truce, a development that could further strain the already tense relations between the United States, Europe and the warring parties.

Why It Matters

The escalation may impact global energy markets and complicate diplomatic efforts by the US and European allies to mediate the conflict.