Russia backs Trump's energy truce plan with Ukraine, seeks sanctions relief
The Kremlin has expressed interest in Donald Trump's proposal for an energy truce between Russia and Ukraine, though they insist that lifting sanctions is a necessary condition for global market stability. While Russia calls the idea a 'good idea,' both sides continue to target energy infrastructure, and Ukraine remains skeptical of Russia's true intentions.
Why it matters
This development highlights the intersection of international diplomacy, energy security, and the ongoing geopolitical conflict between Russia and Ukraine under the influence of US foreign policy.
The Kremlin on Tuesday welcomed US President Donald Trump’s proposal for Russia and Ukraine to stop striking each other’s energy facilities, but said an energy truce alone would not be enough to bring down fuel prices worldwide.Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said Moscow considered Trump’s proposal a “very good idea”. However, he said other issues, including the safety of oil shipments and sanctions on Russia, also needed to be addressed.Trump had said on Monday that Moscow and Kyiv had agreed to halt attacks on energy targets. Russia and Ukraine have not confirmed the agreement. On the same day, Russia struck petrol stations in Kyiv, while Ukraine said it had targeted a Russian oil refinery.Peskov said Russia would continue discussions with the US on Trump’s proposal.“It is necessary to ensure safe commercial shipping and navigation here, including for oil tankers.
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