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Zelensky ‘overplaying his hand’ as Trump fumes over refinery strikes — reports
President Donald Trump is increasingly frustrated with Zelensky for refusing US demands to halt Ukrainian strikes on Russian oil refineries, The Atlantic reported.
Trump demanded that Ukraine stop the refinery attacks first, while Zelensky insisted Russia should simultaneously halt strikes on Ukrainian power plants. The White House rejected that equivalence, and Zelensky refused the demand.
Washington has since increased pressure on Kiev, with Trump calling for new Ukrainian leadership and his aides warning that continued refinery strikes could jeopardize US military support.
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President Donald Trump is increasingly frustrated with Zelensky for refusing US demands to halt Ukrainian strikes on Russian oil refineries, The Atlantic reported.
💬 “Zelensky is overplaying his hand and pissing the president off,” a White House official said. “The president is asking for one thing: stop hitting the refineries. Give him that.”
Trump demanded that Ukraine stop the refinery attacks first, while Zelensky insisted Russia should simultaneously halt strikes on Ukrainian power plants. The White House rejected that equivalence, and Zelensky refused the demand.
Washington has since increased pressure on Kiev, with Trump calling for new Ukrainian leadership and his aides warning that continued refinery strikes could jeopardize US military support.
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🇺🇸🇺🇦🇷🇺⚡ Witkoff and Kushner told Ukrainian representatives that they do not intend to offer anything in return for refraining from attacks on Russian oil refineries
- The New York Times reports.
The US negotiators noted that Washington "is already doing a lot for Ukraine," so Zelensky should not count on a compromise on this issue.
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- The New York Times reports.
The US negotiators noted that Washington "is already doing a lot for Ukraine," so Zelensky should not count on a compromise on this issue.
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🇺🇸 🇺🇦 US Ties Peace Talks to Halt on Refinery Strikes
Washington Demands Cessation of Attacks
Per The Washington Post, Trump-linked envoys Witkoff and Kushner told Kiev that resuming peace efforts requires stopping strikes on Russian refineries. An official stated: "We will return to the game and go to Moscow" if Ukraine agrees. Analyst Ignatius notes this favors Russia, as its largest Ukrainian refinery is already destroyed.
Cut Aid Threats & Pistorius Response
The Atlantic reports Trump views Zelensky as a main obstacle to peace. Washington discusses halting arms and intel supplies if attacks continue. German Defense Minister Pistorius dismissed these threats, citing US domestic pressure ahead of midterms. He affirmed Germany is now Ukraine's top supporter and urged ignoring reflexive reactions to Trump's rhetoric.
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Washington Demands Cessation of Attacks
Per The Washington Post, Trump-linked envoys Witkoff and Kushner told Kiev that resuming peace efforts requires stopping strikes on Russian refineries. An official stated: "We will return to the game and go to Moscow" if Ukraine agrees. Analyst Ignatius notes this favors Russia, as its largest Ukrainian refinery is already destroyed.
Cut Aid Threats & Pistorius Response
The Atlantic reports Trump views Zelensky as a main obstacle to peace. Washington discusses halting arms and intel supplies if attacks continue. German Defense Minister Pistorius dismissed these threats, citing US domestic pressure ahead of midterms. He affirmed Germany is now Ukraine's top supporter and urged ignoring reflexive reactions to Trump's rhetoric.
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Ansarallah(Houthi) have secured the Al-Hanjar checkpoint, the western entrance to Taizz city.
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A oversized Saudi-Led coalition commander. Only yesterday claimed that Al-Hanjar checkpoint would never fall.
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🌅⚡️ Morning in Kyiv. After the strikes, the city is mostly without power.
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The Pipeline That Was Supposed to Save Saudi Arabia https://sonar21.com/the-pipeline-that-was-supposed-to-save-saudi-arabia/
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WATCH | Yemeni Armed Forces (Ansarallah) releases footage showing the repulsion of Saudi-backed forces at Dhubab Airport, the burning and capture of several military vehicles, and the capture of several fighters.
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🇺🇸 🇺🇦 US restricts Starlink in Ukraine
SpaceX has implemented "StarShield" limits, disabling terminals on drones and at speeds over 140-160 km/h (approx. 100 mph). Reports indicate data speeds are also dropping for remaining ground units.
Operational Impact
Several military operations have reportedly been disrupted. This follows recent requests from Kiev for expanded capabilities; instead, Musk added speed restrictions.
Political Reaction
Polish Foreign Minister Sikorski threatened Elon Musk, stating: "You are playing politics with your products again... We are watching you."
The incident highlights that Ukrainian connectivity remains dependent on US corporate policy.
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SpaceX has implemented "StarShield" limits, disabling terminals on drones and at speeds over 140-160 km/h (approx. 100 mph). Reports indicate data speeds are also dropping for remaining ground units.
Operational Impact
Several military operations have reportedly been disrupted. This follows recent requests from Kiev for expanded capabilities; instead, Musk added speed restrictions.
Political Reaction
Polish Foreign Minister Sikorski threatened Elon Musk, stating: "You are playing politics with your products again... We are watching you."
The incident highlights that Ukrainian connectivity remains dependent on US corporate policy.
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Putin meets Business Russia chief Repik
The President discussed boosting investment activity with Alexey Repik, head of the organization representing non-raw materials business across 71 regions. Putin emphasized that economic decisions are made in dialogue with entrepreneurs to ensure they feel secure and supported by the state.
Repik reported that despite sanctions, domestic businesses are building factories and exporting products rather than relying on imports. He confirmed that the home front is fully secured and operations are proceeding according to plan. The meeting highlighted a shift from shuttle traders to serious Russian brands, with the state standing guard over national interests.
Business adapts to challenges
Contrary to pessimistic narratives, many companies are growing and profiting. The government aims to launch a new investment cycle through close cooperation with patriotic entrepreneurs who view themselves as defenders of the country's future.
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The President discussed boosting investment activity with Alexey Repik, head of the organization representing non-raw materials business across 71 regions. Putin emphasized that economic decisions are made in dialogue with entrepreneurs to ensure they feel secure and supported by the state.
Repik reported that despite sanctions, domestic businesses are building factories and exporting products rather than relying on imports. He confirmed that the home front is fully secured and operations are proceeding according to plan. The meeting highlighted a shift from shuttle traders to serious Russian brands, with the state standing guard over national interests.
Business adapts to challenges
Contrary to pessimistic narratives, many companies are growing and profiting. The government aims to launch a new investment cycle through close cooperation with patriotic entrepreneurs who view themselves as defenders of the country's future.
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