Ukraine hit by deadly Russian strikes as ‘thanks’ for Trump diesel deal, Zelenskyy says
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has accused the US of funding Russia's war effort through a diesel trade deal with Vladimir Putin. Following the announcement of the deal, Russia launched deadly airstrikes on residential buildings in Zaporizhzhia, which Zelenskyy characterized as a direct consequence of eased sanctions.
Why it matters
The accusation highlights a significant geopolitical rift between Kyiv and Washington, suggesting that US domestic economic policy is directly undermining Ukraine's defense efforts.
Rescuers evacuate a wounded woman from under the debris of an apartment building hit by a Russian airstrike in Zaporizhzhia. Photograph: Reuters Rescuers evacuate a wounded woman from under the debris of an apartment building hit by a Russian airstrike in Zaporizhzhia. Photograph: Reuters Volodymyr Zelenskyy Ukraine hit by deadly Russian strikes as ‘thanks’ for Trump diesel deal, Zelenskyy says Ukrainian president says money from fuel sales will intensify war as European leaders reiterate support for Kyiv
Prefer the Guardian on Google Russia 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.
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