'Do not break it': Trump announces ‘energy ceasefire’ between Russia, Ukraine amid escalating tensions

Trump announced that Russia and Ukraine have agreed to an immediate “energy ceasefire”, urging both sides not to violate the agreement US President Donald Trump has claimed that Russia and Ukraine have agreed to an “energy ceasefire”, under which both sides would stop attacking each other's energy infrastructure.US President Donald Trump. (REUTERS)“Effective immediately, there is an ENERGY CEASEFIRE in the War between Russia and Ukraine. Both parties have agreed. Do not break it! Thank you for your attention to this matter,” Trump posted on Truth Social.However, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky told Axios that Trump's announcement of an energy ceasefire was ‘news to him’, but said Kyiv would agree if Moscow committed to the truce.However, Russia is yet to confirm this development so far.Deep DiveThis announcement has come a day after Trump blamed Zelensky for attacking diesel facilities in Russia and contributing to a global shortage.Also Read | Trump says Putin wants Ukraine peace deal; Zelensky offers to halt refinery strikes if Russia reciprocatesRussia and Ukraine have repeatedly attacked each other's energy infrastructure during the war.Zelensky earlier on Sunday said that Kyiv would be ready to stop striking Russian oil refineries if Moscow ceased attacks on Ukrainian energy infrastructure, amid criticism from his US counterpart."Ukraine will be ready to stop striking Russian oil refineries if Russia stops striking our energy infrastructure. Any de-escalation steps must be reciprocal and backed by real guarantees," Zelensky said in a post on X.Follow the latest breaking news, major developments and agenda-setting stories from India and around the world with the newsdesk at Hindustan Times. Operating round the clock, the desk brings together experienced editors, reporters and correspondents to deliver fast, accurate and contextual reporting across subjects that influence public policy, governance, business, society and international affairs. The HT News Desk covers politics, elections, government policies, the economy, business and markets, science and technology, the environment, law and order, infrastructure, education, climate issues and geopolitics, while closely tracking developments across states, institutions and global capitals. The team also leads coverage of major breaking news events, policy announcements, court proceedings, natural disasters, public emergencies and significant international developments. Reports published by the newsdesk are based on information gathered from reporters on the ground, official statements, government agencies, court records, regulatory filings, recognised institutions and other authoritative sources. Stories undergo editorial scrutiny and verification processes to ensure accuracy, fairness and relevance, and are updated as events evolve and additional information becomes available. Whether covering a key political decision in New Delhi, an economic policy shift affecting millions, a landmark court ruling or a major global event, the HT News Desk aims to provide readers with reliable, fact-based journalism that delivers not only the latest developments but also the context and analysis needed to understand their wider implications.Read More