President Zelenskyy: Ukraine has suspended strikes on Russian oil refineries
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President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced that Ukrainian forces have not carried out strikes on Russian oil refining and energy infrastructure facilities over the past two days. This decision marks a notable shift in combat strategy.
Previously, Ukraine actively used drones to attack Russian oil depots and refineries in order to reduce the financial revenues to the Russian budget that are directed toward funding the war. These actions caused concern among international partners due to the potential for rising global fuel prices.
At the same time, the president noted that the Kremlin continues to ignore calls for de-escalation, including those made by U.S. President-elect Donald Trump. The Russian side shows no readiness to cease aggressive actions against the Ukrainian energy system.
The situation remains tense as the war continues, and both sides continue to use energy infrastructure as a tool of pressure. Further developments will depend on the military situation on the front lines and international diplomatic support for Ukraine.
For now, the Ukrainian authorities continue to analyze the effectiveness of their steps, taking into account both military needs and the position of Western allies regarding the security of global energy markets.
Sources: Українська правда
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