Ukraine says it will continue long-range drone attacks on Russian oil refineries despite a new diesel arrangement involving the United States and Russia. Multiple outlets, citing the Financial Times, report that a senior Ukrainian official pledges Kyiv will not stop targeting Russian energy infrastructure.
The reporting links the stance to Washington’s decision to ease restrictions on Russian diesel exports. Analysts cited by the Financial Times, including data provider Kpler, say Russian refining is operating at about 60% capacity after Ukrainian strikes, raising doubts about Russia’s ability to meet any export commitments while also facing domestic supply pressures.
Across the coverage, the key differences are primarily in emphasis: some accounts highlight the Ukrainian official’s determination; others focus more on the supply and production impact—how sustained strikes affect Russia’s refining output and potential ability to fulfill export pledges. All accounts describe the same dispute: Ukraine’s continued strikes versus U.S. pressure tied to resuming diesel flows.
