Zelenskyy accuses Trump of pushing Ukraine toward capitulation

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy accused Donald Trump of attempting to force Ukraine into capitulation to Russia, warning of "dangerous days" ahead until the U.S. midterm elections on November 3. In a Bloomberg interview on Sunday, Zelenskyy claimed Trump is pressuring Ukraine to halt attacks on Russian oil refineries to lower fuel prices. He proposed a compromise—stopping strikes on Russian diesel production in exchange for Patriot missile systems—but said the offer was unsuccessful. Zelenskyy also told NBC News that the U.S. government restricted Elon Musk's Starlink service and temporarily blocked intelligence sharing, hindering Ukraine's ability to detect missile attacks. He expressed hope for improved relations after the elections, urging intervention while risks remain manageable.