Zelenskyy hits back at US decision to delay Russia sanctions

Ukrainian President Zelenskyy criticized the Trump administration's decision to postpone new sanctions against Russia, stating it would only encourage President Putin to continue the war. Zelenskyy reported on social media that Russian forces launched their largest attack on Ukrainian energy infrastructure overnight, hitting over 15 power plants and transmission facilities. He called the sanctions delay a "regrettable decision." The Trump administration announced on October 16 it would hold off on measures including a 500% tariff on Russian energy products. Zelenskyy argued the move provides economic benefits to Putin and prolongs the conflict.