A controversial fuel deal between the U.S. and Russia has sparked outrage in Ukraine, with its president accusing the agreement of directly fueling Moscow’s war efforts. Ukrainian officials claim recent deadly strikes on civilians were a response to the Trump administration’s purchase of Russian diesel, which they argue provides financial backing for Russia’s military campaign. The move has drawn sharp criticism as a potential undermining of Western support for Kyiv amid ongoing hostilities. With fuel costs a major election issue in the U.S., the deal has reignited debates over geopolitical priorities and wartime aid.
Ukrainian president says money from fuel sales will intensify war as European leaders reiterate support for KyivRussia launched deadly strikes on civilians in Ukraine as “thanks” for a deal cut by Donald Trump with Vladimir Putin to buy large quantities of Russian diesel, Volodymyr Zelenskyy has said, accusing Washington of helping fund Moscow’s war.The Ukrainian president has expressed repeated outrage at the agreement announced by Trump on Friday, which the US president said was needed to reduce diesel prices, and comes ahead of November midterm elections where the cost of fuel is a key voter issue. Continue reading...
