Zelenskyy Vows Retaliation as Russia Hits Energy Sites Despite Trump's Ceasefire Call

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has accused Russia of violating an "energy ceasefire" that former U.S. President Donald Trump unilaterally announced on October 11, 2026. Trump had stated on Truth Social that both Ukraine and Russia had agreed to immediately halt attacks on each other's energy infrastructure. However, Zelenskyy quickly countered, stating the ceasefire was "news to him" and that Russia had not ceased its strikes.

Following Trump's announcement, Ukraine reported numerous Russian attacks on its energy infrastructure. Zelenskyy indicated that Russia struck at least six energy sites, including a power plant in Kharkiv, gas production facilities, and civilian gas stations, causing damage and forcing emergency power outages. Despite these claims, Moscow has remained silent on the alleged ceasefire, with a Kremlin spokesperson only stating that "contacts are ongoing" when asked for confirmation.

The purported ceasefire emerged shortly after Trump had lifted sanctions on Russian diesel exports, a move that Zelenskyy criticized as beneficial to Russia's war efforts. While Ukraine expressed a willingness to adhere to an energy truce if Russia reciprocated, the continued attacks by Russian forces cast significant doubt on the viability of the proclaimed agreement.