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    Zelenskyy Proposes Energy Ceasefire with Russia Following Trump Meeting at UN

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    Infographic illustrating the proposed energy ceasefire between Ukraine and Russia and its potential impact on global fuel prices.

    What happened

    Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced readiness for a bilateral energy ceasefire with Russia after a meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump.

    The Context

    • Escalating conflict: The Russia-Ukraine war has seen both sides targeting energy infrastructure, with Ukraine conducting drone strikes on Russian refineries.
    • Winter concerns: As winter approaches, the need for energy resilience in Ukraine is critical, raising fears of increased Russian attacks on energy systems.
    • Market implications: Global diesel prices have already risen due to refinery disruptions, affecting businesses reliant on stable fuel costs.

    The Number

    230,000

    — the number of barrels of crude processed daily by a Moscow refinery that halted operations after a recent Ukrainian drone attack, highlighting the direct impact of the conflict on energy supply chains.

    Takeaway

    As diplomatic efforts continue, the potential for a ceasefire could reshape energy dynamics and market stability in the coming months.

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    Al Jazeera

    Zelenskyy says Ukraine ready for energy truce with Russia after Trump talks

    Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced that Ukraine is prepared to halt strikes on Russian facilities if Russia agrees to stop its attacks on Ukraine's energy infrastructure. This statement follows discussions with former U.S. President Do...

    The Wall Street Journal

    Zelensky Asks Trump for Winter Arms Package, Expects Energy-Ceasefire Push

    Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has requested a winter arms package from former U.S. President Donald Trump, emphasizing that increased pressure from Washington is necessary to deter Russian President Vladimir Putin from escalating attacks on ...

    France 24

    Zelensky says Ukraine is ready for an energy ceasefire with Russia

    Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced during the UN General Assembly in New York that Ukraine is prepared to halt strikes on Russian energy infrastructure if Russia reciprocates, aiming to de-escalate tensions ahead of winter.

    The Guardian

    Trump set to press Zelenskyy at UN to agree energy ceasefire with Russia

    President Donald Trump is set to meet Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy during the United Nations high-level week in New York, where he is expected to advocate for an energy ceasefire with Russia. This meeting comes as Ukraine intensifies its a...