Politics · October 11, 2026
Russia strikes Ukrainian power plant after Trump claims energy ceasefire
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Russia reportedly struck thermal power plants in Kharkiv and Kyiv on Sunday, shortly after President Donald Trump announced via social media that both nations had agreed to an 'energy ceasefire.' While Trump stated the agreement was effective immediately, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy indicated he was surprised by the announcement, learning of it through social media. Zelenskyy expressed willingness to adhere to such a ceasefire if Russia complies, noting Ukraine had previously proposed halting strikes on Russian refineries if their own infrastructure remained untouched. Russia has not yet officially commented on the strikes or the ceasefire announcement.
Russia reportedly struck thermal power plants in Kharkiv and Kyiv on Sunday, shortly after President Donald Trump announced via social media that both nations had agreed to an 'energy ceasefire.' While Trump stated the agreement was effective immediately, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy indicated he was surprised by the announcement, learning of it through social media. Zelenskyy expressed willingness to adhere to such a ceasefire if Russia complies, noting Ukraine had previously proposed halting strikes on Russian refineries if their own infrastructure remained untouched. Russia has not yet officially commented on the strikes or the ceasefire announcement.