Trump to urge Zelenskyy at UN to back energy ceasefire with Russia

theguardian.com

President Donald Trump is expected to press Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy for an energy ceasefire during a meeting this week at the United Nations, as global diesel prices surge amid conflicts involving Russia and Iran. Ukraine launched its largest reported strike on the Moscow region over the weekend, hitting a major oil refinery and killing three people. Trump blamed the war for energy shortages, while Zelenskyy said negotiations continue and proposed mutual de-escalation steps on energy and infrastructure targets. The leaders are set to meet Tuesday on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly. US diesel prices hit a record $6.50 per gallon, a political liability for Republicans ahead of November midterm elections. Trump previously announced an energy ceasefire prematurely, but Russian strikes on Ukrainian infrastructure have continued.


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