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Zelensky rallies European allies as US support for Ukraine wanes

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky sought European backing Thursday after vowing to resume strikes on Russian oil refineries despite US President Donald Trump's demands to stop. Tensions between Kyiv and Washington have escalated in recent days over sanctions, energy infrastructure attacks and restrictions on satellite communications.

Key points

• Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky sought European backing Thursday after vowing to resume strikes on Russian oil refineries despite US President Donald Trump's demands to stop.
• Tensions between Kyiv and Washington have escalated in recent days over sanctions, energy infrastructure attacks and restrictions on satellite communications.

Context

Ukraine and the US are at a critical juncture regarding energy security and sanctions enforcement, with Zelensky seeking European allies to counter US pressure to halt attacks on Russian oil infrastructure.

Limitations

Evidence is limited to a single day snapshot from October 2026, covering only the immediate escalation of tensions over sanctions, energy attacks, and satellite restrictions. No data on strike dates, casualty numbers, or specific European allies involved is provided.

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