Volodymyr Zelensky said on Sunday that Russia had continued strikes on Ukrainian energy infrastructure despite Donald Trump’s surprise announcement of a bilateral ‘energy ceasefire’ between the warring nations.
The Ukrainian president said his country would support a truce over strikes on vital infrastructure after being caught off guard by president Trump’s shock announcement that a deal had already been agreed.
But Zelensky on Sunday evening claimed that Ukraine had come under continued Russian fire all day. He wrote on social media: “Unfortunately, Ukrainian skies have been infested with Russian “shaheds” all day today.
“There have been glide bomb strikes and strikes on our energy infrastructure too. A power plant in Kharkiv was attacked this evening.”
Meanwhile, the Financial Times reported that the US is threatening to stop the procurement system, PURL, that provides Ukraine with weapons in order to press Kyiv to stop its deep strikes on Russian energy infrastructure.
Kyiv had publicly backed a truce on striking energy infrastructure before Trump announced on Friday plans to lift sanctions on Moscow to supply diesel to the US and global markets - much to Zelensky’s chagrin.
The controversial diesel deal with Russia has proven controversial even within Trump’s own base as the president looks to bring down energy prices in the US ahead of the November midterm elections.
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Key Points
- Kyiv and Moscow agree 'energy ceasefire', Trump says
- Zelensky says he will organise elections if Russia agrees to 60-day ceasefire
- Trump threatened to cut Kyiv off from US intelligence, reports say
- Kyiv hits key Russian oil hub after US-Moscow deal
- Frustrated Zelensky says diesel deal looks like a birthday present from Trump to Putin
Russian airstrikes kill 23 in Zaporizhzhia, Zelensky says
04:02 , Alisha Rahaman SarkarAt least 23 people, including four children, were killed in Russian strikes on Zaporizhzhia on Saturday, Volodymyr Zelensky has said.
In a post on X, he claimed that over the last week Russia has used around 1,450 aerial bombs, 75 missiles of various types, and more than 1,640 attack drones.
“The real cause of the war in Europe is Russia and Russia alone,” he wrote. “It is possible to stop strikes on energy infrastructure as early as today, but Putin does not want to do so.
“Ukraine will be ready to stop striking Russian oil refineries if Russia stops striking our energy infrastructure. Any de-escalation steps must be reciprocal and backed by real guarantees.”
Trump tears into Zelensky: ‘Time for Ukraine to get a new president’
03:00 , James ReynoldsPresident Donald Trump said Saturday that “it’s time for Ukraine to get a new president,” railing at Volodymyr Zelensky, and claiming he has not done enough to end his country’s war that has raged since Russia invaded four years ago.
Speaking to reporters at the White House on his way to a rally in Tennessee, Trump said, “I suggest they get a new leader who can make a deal,″ adding that ”for some reason (Zelensky) never does."
“Zelensky could have settled this war many times, many many times, and he chooses not to,” Trump railed, after being asked about his deal with Russian President Vladimir Putin to supply diesel to the U.S. in a bid to lower fuel costs ahead of the midterm elections.
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Top story: Zelensky backs ‘energy ceasefire’, but no word from Putin after Trump announcement
02:00 , James ReynoldsVolodymyr Zelensky has said Ukraine will support a bilateral “energy ceasefire” with Russia, after being caught off guard by Donald Trump’s shock announcement that a deal had already been agreed.
In a post on Truth Social on Sunday, the US president said: “Effective immediately, there is an ENERGY CEASEFIRE in the War between Russia and Ukraine. Both parties have agreed. Do not break it!”
The Ukrainian president said he had not heard of such a deal, but would agree to it if Russia did, according to Axios. Kyiv had publicly backed a truce on striking energy infrastructure before Trump announced on Friday plans to lift sanctions on Moscow to supply diesel to the US and global markets - much to Zelensky’s chagrin.
The Kremlin is still yet to acknowledge Trump’s claim to have established a ceasefire between the warring sides. Russia had reportedly sought sanctions relief as a concession for its adherence to a ceasefire earlier in the week.
The controversial diesel deal with Russia has proven controversial even within Trump’s own base as the president looks to bring down energy prices in the US ahead of the November midterm elections.
Trump hit out at Zelensky on Saturday, saying it was time for Ukraine to find a new leader after Kyiv struck Russian oil refineries. Zelensky said on Sunday he would hold new elections if Putin agrees to a 60-day “total ceasefire”.
UK PM Burnham says Russia interfered in 2016 Brexit vote
01:00 , James ReynoldsAndy Burnham has said Russia interfered in the 2016 Brexit vote, as he warned voters in France and Germany about Moscow-backed efforts to influence their politics.
Burnham, who took over as Britain's leader in July and said last month that Britain could consider rejoining the European Union in the future, is the first British prime minister to say openly there was evidence of Russian interference in the referendum a decade ago.
"I asked the question coming to Downing Street, was there interference in the 2016 referendum from Russia? And I've had the clear answer that yes, there was," Burnham said in an interview with The Rest Is Politics podcast released on Sunday.
Burnham did not spell out how he believed that Russia interfered in the referendum and gave no details on what evidence this statement was based.
The Russian embassy in London did not immediately respond to a request for comment.
Russia has previously denied meddling in the Brexit vote, casting Britain as gripped by anti-Russian hysteria.
Prominent Republican senator says Trump's Russian diesel deal may be illegal
Monday 12 October 2026 00:00 , James ReynoldsRepublican US Senator Thom Tillis on Sunday said President Donald Trump's diesel supply deal with Russia may be illegal and will put American lives at risk, adding to bipartisan criticism of the arrangement announced by the president on Friday.
Trump said that Russia had agreed to supply diesel to global markets, and his administration temporarily lifted US sanctions on Russian fuel that were designed to deprive Moscow of revenue for its war on Ukraine.
“I do believe there’s a legitimate case for saying the president’s not following the law,” said Tillis, an influential Republican from North Carolina who is retiring from the Senate at the end of his term in January.
Recap: Ukraine is awaiting details of ceasefire proposals from US, Zelenskyy says
Sunday 11 October 2026 23:00 , James ReynoldsVolodymyr Zelenskyy said he was waiting for the details of an energy ceasefire with Russia announced by US President Trump on Sunday, but that Ukraine supported such an agreement.
"Ukraine supports the ceasefire, and it is important that Russia support it as well. We are awaiting details from the American side," the Ukrainian president said in a post on the Telegram app, noting that he had just discussed Trump's announcement with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney and Finnish President Alex Stubb.
"For our part, Ukraine always FULLY supports steps toward de-escalation, the protection of lives, and the decisions needed to end the war and guarantee lasting peace," he added.
Watch: Trump calls for Ukraine election, says Zelenskyy failed to end war
Sunday 11 October 2026 22:00 , Nicole Wootton-CaneUK prime minister backs calls for energy ceasefire
Sunday 11 October 2026 21:40 , James ReynoldsAndy Burnham, writing on social media, decries the weekend attacks on Ukraine.
He says he supports Donald Trump’s calls for an immediate energy ceasefire between Kyiv and Moscow.
“Ukraine is ready if Russia stops its attacks. This is the best route to get energy and fuel back into world markets,” he says.
Trump on Friday announced a controversial deal with Russia to lift sanctions in exchange for Russia releasing diesel fuel to the US and global market.
Russia has intensified its strikes on Ukrainian energy infrastructure over the weekend. This is an attack on Ukrainian civilians, plunging them into cold and darkness. The UK strongly supports President Trump's call today for a sustained energy ceasefire to start now. I discussed…
— Andy Burnham (@andyburnham) October 11, 2026
Russian airstrikes kill 23 in Zaporizhzhia, Zelensky says
Sunday 11 October 2026 21:00 , Nicole Wootton-CaneAt least 23 people, including four children, were killed in Russian strikes on Zaporizhzhia on Saturday, Volodymyr Zelensky has said.
In a post on X, he claimed that over the last week Russia has used around 1,450 aerial bombs, 75 missiles of various types, and more than 1,640 attack drones.
“The real cause of the war in Europe is Russia and Russia alone,” he wrote. “It is possible to stop strikes on energy infrastructure as early as today, but Putin does not want to do so.
“Ukraine will be ready to stop striking Russian oil refineries if Russia stops striking our energy infrastructure. Any de-escalation steps must be reciprocal and backed by real guarantees.”
I am grateful to all our emergency services, who are always there for our people and work to address the aftermath of brutal Russian strikes. Only this morning, search and rescue operations were completed in Zaporizhzhia, where Russia killed 23 people, including four children.… pic.twitter.com/RwqK1tEr2e
— Volodymyr Zelenskyy / Володимир Зеленський (@ZelenskyyUa) October 11, 2026
Burnham becomes first PM to confirm Russian interference in Brexit vote
Sunday 11 October 2026 20:00 , Nicole Wootton-CaneAndy Burnham has said Russia “clearly” interfered in the 2016 Brexit referendum after he left open the door to the UK rejoining the EU.
The prime minister revealed that he had asked, on his arrival in No 10 this summer, whether Moscow had been involved in the vote - and was given “the clear answer that yes, there was”.
The comments, made during an appearance on the Rest is Politics podcast, are thought to be the first time a PM has confirmed meddling by the Kremlin and will fuel speculation Mr Burnham wants to reverse Brexit.
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Russian attack on Ukraine's Kharkiv kills three, regional governor says
Sunday 11 October 2026 19:03 , James ReynoldsA Russian strike near a grocery store in Kharkiv, Ukraine's second largest city and a frequent target of Moscow's attacks, killed three people and injured nine, Regional Governor Oleh Syniehubov said on Telegram.
In western Ukraine, the mayor of the city of Ivano-Frankivsk said a Russian attack killed two people.
UK must bring US and Ukraine ‘back together’ amid diesel deal, Streeting says
Sunday 11 October 2026 19:00 , Nicole Wootton-CaneDefence Secretary Wes Streeting has said it is the UK’s responsibility to bring the US and Ukraine “back together” amid a fresh rift between Donald Trump and Volodymyr Zelensky over Washington’s diesel deal with Russia.
The US president said it was “time for Ukraine to get a new president” after Mr Zelensky objected to the US deal to obtain millions of tonnes of diesel from Russia, saying it would extend the war.
Prime minister Andy Burnham has reiterated his “complete solidarity” in a call with the Ukrainian leader and plans to meet him in person in the coming days.
Mr Streeting told Sky News: “In terms of the exchange between President Trump and President Zelensky, it is not the first time we’ve seen these sorts of tensions between Kyiv and Washington.
“Our approach, our role, our responsibility in this situation is to try and bring our friends back together.”
US threatens to block arms for Ukraine over refinery attacks, FT reports
Sunday 11 October 2026 18:29 , James ReynoldsThe US is threatening to stop the procurement system that provides Ukraine with weapons in order to press Kyiv to halt its deep strikes on Russian energy infrastructure, the Financial Times reported on Sunday, citing officials in Europe.
The crippling effect we’re all feeling from the deadlock in Ukraine’s war with Russia
Sunday 11 October 2026 18:00 , Nicole Wootton-CaneTwo of the world’s largest exporters of grain, locked in war for more than four years, have seen exports plunge even further over the last year. Prolonged conflict around the Black Sea threatens both economies - and those most in need, writes James C. Reynolds.
The crippling effect we’re all feeling from the deadlock in Ukraine’s war with Russia
Ukraine is awaiting details of ceasefire proposals from US, Zelenskyy says
Sunday 11 October 2026 17:00 , James ReynoldsVolodymyr Zelenskyy said he was waiting for the details of an energy ceasefire with Russia announced by US President Trump on Sunday, but that Ukraine supported such an agreement.
"Ukraine supports the ceasefire, and it is important that Russia support it as well. We are awaiting details from the American side," the Ukrainian president said in a post on the Telegram app, noting that he had just discussed Trump's announcement with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney and Finnish President Alex Stubb.
"For our part, Ukraine always FULLY supports steps toward de-escalation, the protection of lives, and the decisions needed to end the war and guarantee lasting peace," he added.
Watch: Trump thanks Putin as he hails Russia-US diesel deal
Sunday 11 October 2026 17:00 , Nicole Wootton-CaneEverything Trump said about 'energy ceasefire' between Kyiv and Moscow
Sunday 11 October 2026 16:00 , Nicole Wootton-CaneUS president Donald Trump announced Kyiv and Moscow have agreed on an “energy ceasefire” in a social media post on Sunday.
He wrote: “Effective immediately, there is an ENERGY CEASEFIRE in the War between Russia and Ukraine. Both parties have agreed. Do not break it! Thank you for your attention to this matter. President DONALD J. TRUMP.”
The deal has not been confirmed by either side.
Zelensky signals Kyiv 'will agree to energy ceasefire if Russia do'
Sunday 11 October 2026 15:52 , Nicole Wootton-CaneVolodymyr Zelensky has signalled that Kyiv will agree to a reported energy ceasefire between Ukraine and Russia if Moscow do, but that the deal was “news” to him.
"The ceasefire announcement was news for me. But if Russians agree to an energy ceasefire Ukraine will agree. If president Trump negotiated it with Putin — please tell us when the ceasefire begins — we are ready and we will accept it," Zelensky was quoted as saying by Axios.
Neither side has made public comment on the announcement by President Donald Trump on Sunday afternoon.
BREAKING: Kyiv and Moscow agree 'energy ceasefire', Trump says
Sunday 11 October 2026 15:35 , Nicole Wootton-CaneKyiv and Moscow have agreed an “energy ceasefire”, according to Donald Trump.
It comes after growing tensions following the US president’s diesel deal with Moscow.
Mr Trump said the deal had come after “repeated” requests to Kyiv to stop bombing Russia’s oil refineries.
Volodymyr Zelensky previously said he would be willing to stop targeting oil hubs if Russia agreed to stop attacking Ukraine’s energy infrastructure.
Kemi Badenoch says Trump 'wrong' to make deal with Russia
Sunday 11 October 2026 15:30 , Nicole Wootton-CaneConservative Party leader Kemi Badenoch said Mr Trump was “wrong” to make the deal with Russia and for his comments about the Ukrainian leader.
She said: “Ukraine’s freedom is not President Trump’s to bargain away.
“He is wrong to ease sanctions on Russian diesel, wrong to blame President Zelensky for prolonging Putin’s war and wrong to undermine a nation fighting for its right to exist.
“Russia is the aggressor. Always has been. Reward Russia and we should expect to see more aggression, including from other countries.
“We can also kiss goodbye to any just and lasting peace. This is why Conservatives have stood with Ukraine against Putin. Ukraine’s future belongs to Ukrainians.
“They alone have the right to choose their president and we stand with President Zelensky because he fights not for himself, but for the survival of his country and his people.”
Zelensky says he will organise elections if Russia agrees to 60-day ceasefire
Sunday 11 October 2026 15:03 , Nicole Wootton-CaneUkrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has offered to organise elections in Ukraine if Russian President Vladimir Putin agrees to a 60-day ceasefire.
"Please tell Putin, give us two months, 60 days of total ceasefire, 60 days, and we will organize elections," Zelensky told ABC's "This Week."
It comes after critical comments made by US president Donald Trump on Saturday, who suggested Ukraine should “get a new leader”.
Polish police warn of possible attack on Prime Minister Donald Tusk
Sunday 11 October 2026 14:37 , Daniel KeanePolish security services convened a special meeting on Sunday after receiving information about a possible attack on Prime Minister Donald Tusk and Defence Minister Wladyslaw Kosiniak-Kamysz.
The exact nature of the threat and its origin were not immediately clear.
"Following information received by the Polish Police regarding a possible attack ...Interior Minister, Marcin Kierwiński, and the Minister-Coordinator of Special Services, Tomasz Siemoniak, have ordered action to be taken in this matter," Karolina Galecka, a spokesperson for the Interior Ministry, wrote on X.
"A meeting will be held today at 11.00am at the Internal Security Agency’s Counter-Terrorism Centre."
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Polish police warn of possible attack on Prime Minister Donald Tusk
Germany backs Zelensky after Trump's call for his removal
Sunday 11 October 2026 14:07 , Daniel KeaneGerman Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul has restated Berlin's support for Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky after President Donald Trump's call for his removal.
Wadephul said Germany remained by the side of Ukraine and its government "and fully support the President as he carries out his difficult duties."
The comments, at a leadership meeting of Chancellor Friedrich Merz's conservative Christian Democrats (CDU), followed Trump's call on Saturday for Zelensky to be replaced and underlined Berlin's growing rift with Washington.
Trump, who last week announced a diesel supply deal with Russia, called for Ukraine to replace Zelensky and railed against Ukraine's attacks on Russian oil infrastructure.
Watch: Man narrowly escapes Russian drone strike near Kyiv
Sunday 11 October 2026 13:41 , Daniel KeaneTrump’s new diesel deal with Russia is ‘shuffling deck chairs on the Titanic’, experts say
Sunday 11 October 2026 13:00 , Shahana YasminDonald Trump’s new deal with Russia to boost diesel supply over the next few months is unlikely to make a dent in high prices, experts have said.
The US president said he had made an agreement with Vladimir Putin to increase fuel supplies to the US and global markets, saying the move would help bring down costs for businesses and consumers.
Why Trump’s new diesel deal with Putin is ‘shuffling deck chairs on the Titanic’
Zelensky says Ukraine will halt refinery strikes if Russia stops energy attacks
Sunday 11 October 2026 12:26 , Shahana YasminUkraine is ready to halt attacks on Russian oil refineries if Moscow stops striking Ukrainian energy infrastructure, president Volodymyr Zelensky said on Sunday.
Any agreement would require “real guarantees”, Zelensky said, adding: “It’s possible to stop strikes on energy infrastructure as early as today, but Putin does not want to do so.”
Trump on Saturday blamed Ukrainian strikes on Russian refineries for pushing up US diesel prices, saying Zelensky had “better d**n well stop”.
He also suggested Ukraine “get a new leader who can make a deal” with Moscow.
Zelensky said he would continue discussions with European leaders on Sunday. Ukraine’s foreign minister, Andrii Sybiha, is due to attend an EU foreign affairs meeting on Monday, where ministers are expected to discuss further sanctions on Russia and Ukraine’s EU accession.
Germany says support for Ukraine unchanged after Trump’s Russia deal
Sunday 11 October 2026 12:00 , Shahana YasminGermany said on Saturday it would maintain sanctions against Russia over its war in Ukraine, after US president Donald Trump’s decision to temporarily ease restrictions on Russian fuel exports.
“The federal government has taken note of the US decision relating to Russian diesel deliveries,” government spokesperson Stefan Kornelius said.
“The federal government remains committed to the decisions on sanctions against Russia and is working with its European partners on further sanctions,” Kornelius said, adding that Germany’s support for Ukraine remained unchanged and diplomatic efforts to end the war would continue.
Trump announced on Friday that Russia had agreed to supply diesel to global markets in an effort to bring down fuel prices. His administration temporarily lifted US sanctions on Russian fuel, which were designed to deprive Moscow of revenue for its war effort.
Germany is Ukraine’s largest European donor. Chancellor Friedrich Merz visited Kyiv last weekend and has repeatedly pledged to maintain Berlin’s support.
Miami talks end without breakthrough as Ukraine delegation heads home
Sunday 11 October 2026 11:00 , Shahana YasminA delegation of Ukrainian officials headed home on Saturday after talks with US and European representatives in Miami aimed at developing proposals to end Russia’s war in Ukraine ended earlier than planned.
The discussions on Friday brought together Ukraine’s negotiating team, led by presidential office chief Kyrylo Budanov, US special envoy Steve Witkoff and Donald Trump’s son-in-law Jared Kushner, and European representatives.
US envoy Witkoff described the meeting as “constructive”, but no breakthrough or ceasefire agreement was announced. The talks covered security guarantees for Ukraine, post-war reconstruction, territorial questions and measures to protect energy infrastructure ahead of winter.
On Friday, Trump announced a deal with Vladimir Putin to ease restrictions on Russian diesel exports.
Ukraine’s presidential adviser Dmytro Lytvyn said the first day had run longer than expected and had taken on “a slightly different flavour”. The team was expected to brief president Volodymyr Zelensky in Kyiv, while he continued consultations with European leaders.
Russian strikes on Ukraine kill at least 20, including three children
Sunday 11 October 2026 10:00 , Shahana YasminUK PM pledges stronger sanctions on Russia after call with Zelensky
Sunday 11 October 2026 09:00 , Shahana YasminBritish prime minister Andy Burnham has pledged to strengthen sanctions on Russia after telling Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelensky that the UK was in “complete solidarity” with Ukraine, following Donald Trump’s call for Kyiv to replace its leader.
Burnham told Zelensky he recognised that “the past 24 hours had been difficult for Ukraine”, according to a Downing Street readout of their call on Saturday.
The two leaders discussed “the importance of maintaining pressure on Russia”, with Burnham making clear that the UK “would continue to strengthen its sanctions on Russia and to take further action to constrain the Russian war machine”.
They agreed to meet in person in the coming days, Downing Street said.
Trump has blamed Ukrainian attacks on Russian oil refineries for pushing up global diesel prices and demanded that Zelensky stop striking them.
