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Ukraine vows to resume strikes on Russian oil refineries
President Volodymyr Zelensky has declared that Ukraine will resume attacks on Russian petroleum facilities after Moscow continued targeting Ukrainian energy infrastructure. The announcement follows the collapse of a proposed energy ceasefire initiative.
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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said his country would recommence military operations against Russian oil refineries, citing Moscow's continued strikes on Ukrainian energy installations as justification for the renewed campaign.
The statement marks an escalation in rhetoric following the failure of a ceasefire proposal focused on energy facilities. According to Zelensky, Russia breached the terms of the proposed arrangement by maintaining attacks on Ukrainian power generation and distribution networks.
The collapse of the energy ceasefire underscores the deteriorating diplomatic situation between the two nations, with each side accusing the other of violations. Zelensky's declaration signals Ukraine's intention to pursue offensive operations against Russian energy infrastructure as a strategic response to Moscow's ongoing campaign against Ukrainian utilities.
The renewed focus on energy sector targeting reflects the critical role petroleum production plays in sustaining Russia's war effort. Ukrainian officials have previously characterized strikes on Russian refineries as legitimate military targets designed to degrade the Kremlin's capacity to finance and supply its military operations.
The developments suggest deepening military entrenchment between the two sides, with negotiations over humanitarian corridors and infrastructure protection facing significant obstacles.