Ukraine has officially resumed drone strikes on Russian oil refineries, with a recent attack reported in the Ryazan region. This move marks the end of a temporary suspension of such operations, which had been in place following a surprise announcement by US President Donald Trump regarding an energy ceasefire between Kyiv and Moscow.

President Volodymyr Zelensky confirmed the resumption of strikes, framing the decision as a necessary response to ongoing Russian military aggression. The escalation coincides with growing diplomatic friction between Kyiv and the current US administration. Zelensky has publicly expressed feelings of betrayal regarding the US-brokered diesel supply deal with Russia, which President Trump argued was necessary to stabilize global fuel prices.

Reports indicate that the relationship between the two leaders has deteriorated significantly. President Trump has publicly criticized Zelensky, suggesting it is time for the Ukrainian leader to step down. Furthermore, Zelensky has alleged that the US is deliberately slowing down Starlink satellite services in Ukraine, while also citing a "dangerous" withdrawal of US intelligence support as a factor in his decision to defy the ceasefire terms. While the BBC and SCMP focus on the strategic and diplomatic fallout of the refinery strikes, NDTV highlights the personal nature of the conflict between the two presidents, emphasizing Musk’s commentary on the political instability in Kyiv.