September 13, 2026
Trump urges Ukraine to halt strikes on Russian diesel refineries live from Washington
What we know
- Former President Donald Trump has publicly urged Ukraine to stop attacking Russian diesel refineries.
- Trump linked the strikes on Russian energy infrastructure to rising diesel prices in the United States.
- He conveyed this message directly to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
- Multiple major news outlets, including the Financial Times, CNN, and AP News, have reported on Trump's statements.
- No additional confirmed updates have been published regarding this developing story.
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Trump Urges Ukraine to Halt Attacks on Russian Oil Refineries
Former President Donald Trump has called on Ukraine to cease strikes targeting Russian oil refineries. Trump attributed the recent record-high diesel prices to these attacks rather than to his administration's actions in Iran. His comments highlight ongoing debates over the factors influencing global fuel markets amid the conflict in Ukraine.
Trump Urges Ukraine to Cease Attacks on Russian Diesel Refineries
Former President Donald Trump has publicly called on Ukraine to stop targeting Russian diesel fuel facilities, citing concerns over a resulting shortage. Trump conveyed this message directly to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, urging a halt to strikes on Russian diesel refineries. Multiple news outlets have confirmed the statement, highlighting Trump's focus on the impact of these attacks on fuel supplies.
Trump Urges Ukraine to Cease Attacks on Russian Diesel Refineries
Former President Donald Trump has publicly called on Ukraine to stop targeting Russian diesel refineries, linking these strikes to rising diesel prices in the United States. Trump argued that the attacks are contributing to a shortage of diesel fuel, exacerbating record-high costs for American consumers. Multiple news outlets, including the Financial Times, CNN, and AP News, have reported on Trump's statements urging Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky to halt operations against Russian energy infrastructure.
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Why it matters
Trump links Ukraine's attacks on Russian diesel refineries to record-high diesel prices, highlighting the conflict's impact on global fuel supplies.
Trump's direct appeal to Ukrainian President Zelensky underscores the political dimensions of the conflict and its economic consequences.
The statements contribute to ongoing discussions about the causes of rising fuel costs and the role of military actions in energy shortages.