Russian forces attacked Ukraine’s energy infrastructure on Sunday after President Donald Trump announced an immediate ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine, according to Ukrainian officials, raising questions about a deal that Moscow has not publicly confirmed.
Trump wrote on “The Truth Society”: “An energy ceasefire has been achieved in the war between Russia and Ukraine, effective immediately.” “Both sides have made an agreement that cannot be broken!”
But Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky reported that Russian attacks were continuing, including on energy facilities in Kiev and Kharkiv after Trump’s announcement.
“Today, the President of the United States made a statement that the energy ceasefire has been implemented. This is good news for everyone and it is important that it becomes a reality,” Zelensky said in a video posted to
Today, the President of the United States issued a statement that an energy ceasefire has been reached. This is great news for everyone – it’s important that it becomes a reality.
Unfortunately, the Ukrainian sky was covered by the Russian “Shahed” all day today. There have also been glide bomb attacks and attacks on our energy infrastructure. A power plant in Kharkiv was attacked tonight.
Overall, in the past week alone, Russia has carried out more than 200 attacks on our power generation and transmission facilities in Ukraine, with another 17 attacks this week targeting gas and oil facilities. They have killed more than 150 of us and injured more than 700 people.
Ukraine has proposed a number of measures to de-escalate the situation. Putin gave one answer to all these questions – “No.” We do hope that he will finally say something to the United States, Ukraine, and the world that will lead to true, dignified peace.
Ukraine wants peace. The question is whether Russia wants to. The Armed Forces of Ukraine have received all appropriate orders. We are awaiting clear details from the US-Russia dialogue – and we expect Putin to follow through on President Trump’s words.
— Vladimir Zelensky / Vladimir Zelensky (@ZelenskyyUa) October 11, 2026
He said Russian drones remained active over Ukraine throughout the day and that a power plant in Kharkiv was attacked on Sunday night.
“Ukraine wants peace. The question is whether Russia wants it,” Zelensky said.
Ukrainian leaders welcomed the ceasefire proposal but stressed that Kyiv was still awaiting details from Washington and a response from Moscow.
“Ukraine supports this move, we have stated this, but now a response from Russia is needed,” Zelensky wrote after speaking with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney.
I appreciate @MarkJCarney’s compassion for Ukrainians amid ongoing Russian attacks. The Prime Minister is well aware of our defense needs, particularly anti-ballistic defense and winter preparedness. It is very good that Canada is actively involved in co-developing the FREYJA anti-ballistic system with Europe. This could provide greater protection not only for Ukraine, but also globally.
Of course, we also discussed the energy ceasefire announced by the President of the United States. Ukraine supports this step, we have said that, but now we need a response from Russia – what will Russia say to the President of the United States and whether it will stop attacking our energy infrastructure.
I thank everyone who helped defend Ukraine and take clear, fair steps towards peace! Thank you to Canada and Mark personally for your full support!
— Vladimir Zelensky / Vladimir Zelensky (@ZelenskyyUa) October 11, 2026
Zelensky said Ukraine’s armed forces had received appropriate orders, but he did not specify what those instructions were.
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The news comes as Trump stoked tensions over his decision to ease restrictions on Russian diesel exports, a move aimed at lowering fuel prices. Trump later criticized Ukraine’s attack on a Russian oil refinery and suggested Zelensky should be replaced.
Zelensky said Ukraine would stop attacking Russian refineries if Moscow halted its attacks on Ukrainian energy infrastructure, provided the arrangement included credible guarantees.
The Russian diesel deal has also drawn opposition from U.S. lawmakers. North Carolina Republican Sen. Thom Tillis questioned its legitimacy on NBC’s “Meet the Press” on Sunday, warning that easing pressure on Moscow could have deadly consequences.
Trump announced a similar energy ceasefire in September, but neither Russia nor Ukraine confirmed the deal and attacks have continued.
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