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President Trump says Ukraine needs a 'new president' and warns on refinery hits
Fox News • • general
Key Points:
- President Donald Trump urged Ukraine to replace President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, criticizing Zelenskyy for continuing attacks on Russian oil refineries and worsening global fuel problems.
- Trump warned Zelenskyy to stop targeting Russian refineries, citing the negative impact on global energy supplies, and emphasized that such strikes cause worldwide issues.
- Trump criticized Zelenskyy for not pursuing peace deals to end the Russia-Ukraine war, which began with Russia's full-scale invasion in February 2022.
- The comments followed a U.S. agreement with Russia to temporarily ease sanctions on Russian diesel exports, a move Zelenskyy opposed, fearing it would fund Russia's war efforts.
- The dispute highlights tensions as both Russia and Ukraine increase strikes on critical infrastructure amid rising global energy prices and ongoing conflict.
