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'Time for a new president' Trumps slams Zelenskyy over diesel strikes

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'Time for a new president' Trumps slams Zelenskyy over diesel strikes. (2026, October 10). The Sydney Morning Herald. https://www.smh.com.au/world/time-for-a-new-president-trumps-slams-zelenskyy-over-diesel-strikes-20261011-p614gg.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

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The Sydney Morning Herald · collected 2026-10-10

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Donald Trump criticized Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, telling him to stop striking Russian diesel refineries and suggesting it is time for a new president in Ukraine. The comment came without providing any additional context or details regarding the strikes or diplomatic relations between the countries.
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On October 10, 2026, U.S. President Donald Trump called for Ukraine to replace its president, Volodymyr Zelensky, accusing him of rejecting opportunities to end the war with Russia and contributing to global fuel shortages through strikes on Russian energy infrastructure. This came after Trump signed a deal with Russian President Vladimir Putin to buy diesel from Russia, aiming to address high U.S. fuel prices ahead of midterm elections.

Zelensky expressed pain over Trump's decision in an interview on October 14, stating it was "painful" when Trump chose the side of Russia rather than Ukraine. He added that maintaining neutrality without wavering is crucial for partners like Trump but acknowledged a sense of betrayal while emphasizing Ukraine’s commitment to its own sovereignty and citizens.

These developments underscored growing tensions between the U.S. and Ukraine, with European leaders voicing support for Ukraine at an EU summit in Brussels following Zelensky's diplomatic outreach amidst deteriorating relations with the U.S.

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“Article A reports on Trump's announcement regarding Russia releasing diesel fuel, while Article B covers a separate incident where Trump criticizes Zelenskyy for striking Russian refineries.”
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'Time for a new president' Trumps slams Zelenskyy over diesel strikes Donald Trump said Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky “better damn well stop” striking Russia’s diesel refineries and called for the wartime leader to leave office.
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