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Volodymyr Zelensky openly defies Trump’s ban on Russian oil refinery strikes, Ukraine will resume attacks: ‘We’re done’

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Reyes, R. (2026, October 15). Volodymyr Zelensky openly defies Trump’s ban on Russian oil refinery strikes, Ukraine will resume attacks: ‘We’re done’. New York Post. https://nypost.com/2026/10/15/world-news/volodymyr-zelensky-defies-trumps-ban-on-russian-oil-refinery-strikes-ukraine-will-resume-attacks-were-done/

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced that Ukraine would resume striking Russian oil refineries despite a ban imposed by U.S. President Donald Trump. During an interview with the Financial Times in London, Zelensky stated, "The block is out. We’re done," following three days of compliance with the cease-fire agreement. He cited Moscow’s continued attacks on Ukrainian energy infrastructure, numbering over 100 strikes in recent days, as the reason for this defiance.

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On October 16, 2026, Ukraine abandoned a brief truce and attacked a Russian oil refinery near Moscow, starting fires at the Ryazan facility. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy cited Russia’s ongoing attacks on Ukraine's energy infrastructure as reasons for abandoning the ceasefire agreed to by US President Donald Trump. Zelenskyy also criticized the US for withdrawing intelligence support and limiting access to Starlink satellite services, crucial for Ukraine’s defense operations.

Trump responded harshly to Ukraine’s actions, calling them a “disgrace” and stating that Zelenskyy was making oil prices higher with unnecessary attacks on Russian refineries. Trump has been pressuring Zelenskyy over rising gas prices ahead of the US midterm elections, which could harm Republican prospects if fuel costs remain high.

The attack further strained relations between Ukraine and the US, complicating efforts to negotiate peace amid ongoing hostilities in eastern Europe. Zelenskyy accused Trump of betraying his country’s interests by striking deals with Russia that undermine its defense capabilities. With tensions escalating on multiple fronts, both political and military, prospects for a swift resolution to the conflict appear increasingly distant.

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Thursday that Ukraine will defy President Trump and resume strikes on Russian oil refineries after Moscow repeatedly broke the US-backed energy cease-fire. asserted

Moscow → say → fire

We’re done,” Zelensky told the Financial Times during a London visit. asserted

Zelensky → do → visit

The decision came after Ukraine complied with the cease-fire for three days while Moscow continued to launch more than 100 attacks on Ukrainian energy infrastructure in the past week, Zelensky fumed. asserted

Zelensky → come → week

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