President Donald Trump says Ukraine’s resumption of strikes on Russian oil refineries is a “disgrace,” arguing the attacks push up global oil prices. In interviews reported by multiple outlets, he links the criticism to broader pressure on Kyiv over energy costs that he says could affect Americans, including ahead of the US midterm elections. Trump also repeats that he finds Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy more difficult to negotiate with than Russian President Vladimir Putin.

The renewed strikes follow Zelenskyy’s decision to end or step back from a ceasefire covering energy sites tied to Trump’s earlier proposal. Sources also report that Russia and Ukraine trade accusations: Russia says it strikes in response to Ukrainian attacks on energy infrastructure, while Zelenskyy says Moscow continues to target Ukraine’s energy facilities. Meanwhile, European leaders in Brussels reaffirm support for Ukraine and discuss sanctions, with the European Union indicating it will not lift sanctions unless the war ends.

Outlets differ mainly in emphasis—some focus on Trump’s rhetoric and the political context in Washington, while others outline the immediate tit-for-tat exchange between Moscow and Kyiv and the diplomatic strain between Washington and Kyiv. Several reports also note related tensions involving Starlink service disruptions to Ukraine and Ukraine’s preparations for winter as talks remain stalled.