Zelenskyy says Ukraine will pause strikes on Russia if Kremlin spares critical infrastructure

On Monday, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy of Ukraine announced that the country is prepared to cease its strikes on Russian territory if the Kremlin can guarantee the protection of critical infrastructure. This statement followed U.S. President Donald Trump's claim on social media that Russia and Ukraine had reached an agreement not to target each other's energy infrastructure.

However, Trump did not provide any further details about the purported deal. Russia has yet to comment on Trump's assertion. Previous attempts to establish even a temporary ceasefire have consistently collapsed shortly after, with both parties blaming each other for breaches. Trump did not elaborate on the agreement, but it follows a day when he urged Zelenskyy to stop attacking Russian oil refineries and other vital infrastructure used for producing and distributing diesel, a claim that has led to a rise in diesel prices in the U.S. and has become a significant issue for Trump's party as they prepare for upcoming congressional elections.