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Zelensky Supports Trump's Energy Ceasefire Call While Russia Remains Silent

Zelensky Supports Trump's Energy Ceasefire Call While Russia Remains Silent

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THE BRIEF
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U.S. President Donald Trump claimed an immediate 'energy ceasefire' was agreed between Russia and Ukraine, prompting Kyiv to express conditional support while Moscow remained silent.

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky stated Kyiv is ready to halt strikes on Russian energy facilities if Moscow reciprocates, while accusing Russia of subsequent drone attacks on power infrastructure.

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The announcement follows international criticism of a U.S. deal lifting sanctions to supply Russian diesel, which lawmakers argue violates federal law.