Zelensky: Ukraine ready to spare Russian energy sites if Russia stops hitting ours

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced that the US will transmit Ukraine's proposal for an energy ceasefire to Russia, stating Kyiv is ready to halt strikes on Russian energy facilities if Moscow reciprocates. Speaking at a press conference after meeting President Donald Trump on September 22, Zelensky said Ukraine is prepared to stop attacks on Russian refineries and the energy system provided Russia does not target Ukrainian energy infrastructure. He expressed gratitude for Washington's role in conveying the proposal. Zelensky noted no unilateral halt to strikes was requested by Trump, and discussed winter preparations including Patriot missile supplies. He also warned that Putin may claim readiness to end the war before elections while continuing attacks afterward.