Zelensky thanks EU as Ukraine strikes Russian refineries, drawing Trump's criticism

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky thanked EU leaders for their support at the European Council on Friday, while Ukraine resumed drone strikes on Russian oil refineries, drawing criticism from US President Donald Trump. Zelensky stated Ukraine wants to end the war quickly but sees no Russian signals of willingness to negotiate. Trump said Zelensky is difficult to deal with and accused him of raising energy prices through refinery attacks. Russia reported intercepting 94 drones over Moscow, closing all four city airports. EU leaders reaffirmed strong support for Ukraine, with Commission President Ursula von der Leyen ruling out sanctions relief while the war continues. Russian drone attacks on Ukrainian regions caused civilian casualties and power outages, including emergency blackouts in Kyiv.


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