Trump says discussed with Zelensky halting Ukraine strikes on Russian oil refineries
US President Trump stated he has spoken with President Zelensky about ending Ukraine's strikes on Russian oil refineries, calling them a problem. He also denied that the war in Iran is driving high fuel prices. The claim is unverified beyond Trump's statement, and the outcome of the discussion is unclear; if implemented, it could ease energy supply disruptions and lower oil prices.
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Trump Prepares Executive Order to Lower US Diesel Prices Amid Ukraine Refinery Strikes
President Trump is preparing an executive order to lower US diesel prices, explicitly linking rising fuel costs to Ukrainian strikes on Russian oil refineries. He has also claimed to have discussed halting these strikes with President Zelensky. This represents a significant shift in US energy rhetoric, potentially impacting US-Ukraine relations and domestic energy policy.