On October 5, 2026, Donald Trump, the former President of the United States, once again blamed Ukraine for the rising gas prices. He made these statements on the Truth Social platform, noting that the situation is no longer related to the Strait of Hormuz but is caused by disruptions at oil refineries.
Trump's Claims About the Causes of Price Increases
Trump emphasized that gas prices are rising not due to global factors but due to specific actions. He pointed out two main factors:
- Ukraine's strikes on Russian oil refineries, which, according to Trump, are "exploding" due to Ukraine's actions.
- The closure of oil refineries in blue states in the US, such as California, which Trump believes is a consequence of Democratic policies.
Context of the Oil Situation
Trump noted that despite record amounts of oil entering the market, prices are still rising. He believes this indicates problems in the oil refining sector, which he attributes to political decisions and external factors. According to him, the situation with gas prices is a direct result of Ukraine's actions against Russian refineries.