US repeatedly urged Ukraine to halt strikes on Russian refineries over oil price concerns

The US has asked Ukraine at least six times since September to stop attacking Russian oil refineries, reportedly out of concern that such strikes could disrupt global energy markets and raise prices for American consumers. This marks a notable divergence between Washington and Kyiv over targeting strategy, with the US prioritizing energy price stability over battlefield effects. The report is sourced from TASS, a Russian state outlet, so the claim is unverified by independent sources.