Agreement Between Ukraine and Russia Not to Target Energy Facilities

Serdar HocamAuthor & Editor

Evaluating the surge in global diesel prices, US President Donald Trump stated that the increase stems from the Russia-Ukraine war rather than Iran.

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Trump also said that the world’s diesel price rise is mostly caused by the Russia, Ukraine War and not Iran. (File Photos/AFP)
Trump also said that the world’s diesel price rise is mostly caused by the Russia, Ukraine War and not Iran. (File Photos/AFP)

US President Donald Trump announced that Ukraine and Russia have mutually agreed not to strike each other's energy targets. Trump also stated that the rise in global diesel prices is not related to Iran, but rather stems from the Russia-Ukraine war.

Agreement on Energy Facilities

US President Donald Trump announced in a social media post that Ukraine and Russia have mutually decided not to strike each other's energy facilities. This development comes a day after Trump criticized the Kyiv administration's attacks on Russian oil refineries.

Reason Behind the Rise in Diesel Prices

Trump emphasized that the global surge in diesel prices does not stem from a war with Iran. He pointed to the Russia-Ukraine war as the root cause of the price hike.

Message of Support to Ukraine from NATO

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte announced that the alliance will increase its support following Russian drone attacks near the Ukraine-Poland border. Rutte stated that these attacks demonstrate Russia's recklessness and desire to spread fear.

Russia's Statement on Border Attacks

Following the attacks near the Polish border, Moscow stated that it will continue to target positions across all Ukrainian territory. Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov confirmed that military tasks will be carried out throughout Ukraine.

Poland's Security Concerns and Assessments

Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk drew attention to the intensifying actions of the Russian side in the coming weeks, stating that this escalation could also affect their own territory. Tusk stated that they will consult with NATO allies for a potential joint response.