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Ukraine to resume strikes on Russian refineries

Ukraine says it will restart attacks on Russian energy infrastructure after Moscow failed to uphold an agreement.

At a glance

  • Ukraine will restart attacks on Russian energy targets including refineries
  • Moscow failed to uphold the terms of a proposed agreement
  • The arrangement had been intended to create an energy ceasefire

Ukraine has announced it will resume strikes against Russian refineries and energy targets. The decision comes after Moscow did not maintain its side of a proposed arrangement regarding energy infrastructure.

The agreement had been brokered as part of efforts to establish what was described as an energy ceasefire between the two countries.

Why it matters

Energy infrastructure has been a significant target in the conflict, with attacks affecting both countries' civilian populations and economic capacity.

Original reporting

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