Zelensky backs Trump's 'energy ceasefire' but says Russia continues to hit power plants

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What happened

Ukraine's leader says he will support such a truce if Moscow does, after initially expressing surprise at Donald Trump's announcement.

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  • Reported by BBC News and published Sun, 11 Oct 2026 21:36:40 UTC.

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  1. Trump declares 'energy ceasefire' between Russia and Ukraine; Zelenskyy is waiting for details

  2. Zelensky backs Trump's 'energy ceasefire' but says Russia continues to hit power plants

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

  4. Oil falls after Trump declares 'energy ceasefire' between Russia and Ukraine

  5. Trump says Russia and Ukraine agree to an 'energy ceasefire'

  6. Trump says Russia, Ukraine reach ‘energy ceasefire’ but gives no details

  7. Ukraine says Russia violated Trump’s ‘energy ceasefire’ – Europe live

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