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US President Donald Trump said on Sunday that Russia and Ukraine had agreed to an energy ceasefire, meaning both countries would stop attacking each other's oil and energy facilities.
This comes just days after the US and Russia struck a deal that Trump said would bring more than 4 million tonnes of Russian diesel into the global market following his phone call with President Vladimir Putin.
But here's the twist: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky told Axios that Trump's ceasefire announcement was news to him. Later, he added that Ukraine would be willing to stop attacking Russian energy facilities, but only if Moscow agreed to do the same.
And Russia is yet to publicly confirm the agreement.
Why energy particularly: Russia and Ukraine have been attacking each other's energy infrastructure throughout the war.
Ukraine has targeted Russian oil refineries and fuel facilities, while Russia has repeatedly struck Ukraine's power plants and electricity networks.
These attacks have damaged energy supplies and added pressure to global fuel markets.
On Saturday, Trump blamed Zelensky for attacks on Russian diesel facilities, arguing that they were contributing to a global fuel shortage.
Trump has also criticised Zelensky's leadership. However, the supplied reports do not establish a new demand from Trump for Ukraine to replace its president.
Big picture: Trump administration has used sanctions and trade pressure against countries purchasing Russian oil, including India.
The argument has been that buying Russian energy helps Moscow earn money that could support its war against Ukraine. But now, Trump has announced an agreement that could bring millions of tonnes of Russian diesel back into global markets.
