US threatens to halt Ukraine arms

The US has threatened to halt arms sales to European nations supporting Ukraine, unless Kyiv ceases attacks on Russian refineries, according to the Financial Times. This move comes as tensions between Western allies and Russia have escalated. US President Donald Trump announced an "energy ceasefire" between the two countries on Sunday, but Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, who Trump had called to be removed, said he was unaware of the development.

The US actions have reportedly "ruin[ed] the trust completely" according to a Ukrainian official. Washington's decision to suspend sanctions on Russian diesel, while beneficial for Moscow, is seen as a significant blow to the Western alliance, driving a wedge through its core.

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