U.S. President Donald Trump announced an immediate energy ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine, claiming both sides agreed to stop attacking each other's energy infrastructure. The move comes as Russia continues to target Ukrainian energy sites, with Moscow reported to have attacked a power plant in Kharkiv.
Trump's announcement followed a brief interview with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, who expressed skepticism about the ceasefire and emphasized Ukraine's readiness to halt attacks on Russian energy infrastructure if Russia ceases its own attacks. Zelenskyy also called on Trump to pressure Putin to agree to the ceasefire.
Ukraine has no official information about the ceasefire, with officials stating Russia was not informed. The deal is part of broader efforts by Trump to de-escalate the war, but it remains unclear if it will hold. Zelenskyy reiterated Ukraine's commitment to de-escalation and called for a 60-day ceasefire to allow for potential elections.
Zelenskyy highlighted the challenges of holding elections during the war, noting Ukraine is under martial law and the logistics of a nationwide vote are impractical given the ongoing conflict and displacement of millions.