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Ukraine: Zelensky says learned of Trump's 'energy ceasefire' through media

Written and edited by the WorldPing NewsdeskPublished Updated Original reporting: France 24
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What happened

An Axios report is citing an unnamed US source who says that Donald Trump's surprise energy ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine only concerns oil refineries.

Elitsa Gadeva explains what this would mean for both sides.

Key facts

  • Reported by France 24 and published Mon, 12 Oct 2026 12:24:12 UTC.

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Coverage timeline

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  1. Trump announces Russia-Ukraine "energy ceasefire" after criticizing Zelenskyy

  2. Zelensky says surprised to hear about Trump's 'energy ceasefire' between Ukraine and Russia

  3. Ukraine’s Zelenskyy accuses Russia of violating Trump’s ‘energy ceasefire’

  4. Russian continues to strike Ukraine despite Trump's announcement of an 'energy ceasefire'

  5. Ukraine: Zelensky says learned of Trump's 'energy ceasefire' through media

  6. Zelenskyy accuses Russia of violating Trump’s energy ceasefire as drone attacks continue

  7. Brent tops $106 after deadly Saudi airport attack, Ukraine says Russia violated energy ceasefire

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