On October 11, 2026, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky reacted to the energy truce announced by US President Donald Trump, stating that it was news to him and that he had not received any information regarding a potential ceasefire in the energy sector.
Zelensky's Statement on the Truce
Zelensky emphasized that if Russia agrees to an energy truce, Ukraine is also prepared to accept it. He highlighted the importance of knowing when exactly this ceasefire will commence. "If Trump has made this agreement with Putin, please let us know when the truce will take effect. We are ready and will accept it," the Ukrainian president stated in a comment to Axios.
Context of the Announcement
This statement came as a reaction to the news that Trump had announced an energy truce, which Zelensky learned about for the first time. The Ukrainian president expressed surprise that such important information had not been communicated to him. He also noted that the absence of the Ukrainian ambassador in the US at this time could be a problem for communication.
Ukraine's Readiness for the Truce
Zelensky stressed Ukraine's readiness for peace talks if Russia confirms its willingness to engage in an energy truce. He emphasized that Ukraine is always open to dialogue if there are real chances for achieving peace.