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US President Donald Trump expressed irritation with Ukrainian leader Vladimir Zelensky over Ukraine's continued attacks on Russian oil refineries, which, in his opinion, lead to rising fuel prices in the US, Axios reports, citing an anonymous source.
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Why It Matters
Trump expects Ukrainian attacks on Russian refineries to stop after a deal to lift diesel sanctions, believing such attacks raise the cost of fuel in the United States.
United States President Donald Trump is angry with Ukrainian leader Vladimir Zelensky. The head of the White House expects an end to attacks from Ukraine on Russian oil refineries, writes the Axios portal.
According to the publication’s interlocutor, “Trump is really angry.”
“He believes that Zelensky takes the United States for granted,” the source noted, referring to Washington’s support for Kyiv.
As stated in the article, after the United States concluded a deal with Russia on Friday, October 9, to lift sanctions against diesel fuel, Trump remains focused on stopping Ukrainian attacks on Russian refineries. The head of the White House reads that because of these strikes, the cost of fuel in the United States is rising.
Earlier, Trump also accused Zelensky of wanting to create problems for the United States and the whole world. Later, speaking to reporters, the President of the United States called on Ukrainians to choose a new leader.
What to Watch
AI outlook — possibilities, not facts
Trump may increase pressure on Zelensky to stop attacks on Russian refineries
Likely · Within weeks
Open Questions
- Will Ukraine continue attacks on Russian refineries despite Trump's position?
- What specific measures can Washington take to influence Kyiv?
- How do refinery hits affect U.S. domestic fuel prices?
