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Ukraine keeps striking Russian oil refineries despite Trump pressure

Original: Ukraine persists with Russian oil refinery strikes in defiance of Trump

Ukraine is continuing its campaign of drone strikes against Russian oil refineries, even as pressure mounts from US President Donald Trump to halt attacks on Russian energy infrastructure. Kyiv argues the strikes are degrading Russia's war economy and its ability to fund the invasion, making them a key part of its strategy. The refusal sets up potential friction with Washington over the conduct of the war.

Why now: Ukraine openly defying the US president on military strategy is a significant development in war diplomacy

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