Ukraine war briefing: allies asked Kyiv about reducing attacks on Russian energy sector, Zelenskyy says

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that some of Ukraine's allies have requested Kyiv to scale back its attacks on Russia's oil sector due to concerns about rising global energy prices. Zelenskyy indicated a willingness to reciprocate if Russia ceases attacks on Ukraine's energy infrastructure and expressed openness to an Easter ceasefire. The US reportedly conveyed this message to Ukraine, with initial signals potentially originating from Moscow. Zelenskyy also announced a 10-year defense agreement with Bulgaria, focused on joint weapons production, including drones, within both countries. This agreement aims to systematize security cooperation and leverage Bulgaria's historical expertise in Soviet-standard weaponry, beneficial to Ukraine's military.

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Russian attacks on central and northern Ukraine on Monday killed two people and injured more than 20.

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Ukraine has signed a 10-year defence agreement with Bulgaria covering production of drones and other weapons.

factual — Volodymyr Zelenskyy100% confidence

Some of Ukraine’s allies have sent Kyiv “signals” about scaling back attacks on Russia’s oil sector.

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Zelenskyy reached agreement with some countries in the Middle East to provide energy support to Ukraine.

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US officials conveyed a message to Ukraine about reducing attacks on Russia's energy sector.

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Moscow 40% Middle East 40% European Union 40% Russian Federation 40% Andrey Gyurov ×250% Nato 50% United States 60% Bulgaria ×570% Kyiv ×370% Russia ×480% Volodymyr Zelenskyy ×690% Ukraine ×790%

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ukraine war 100% energy sector 80% russian oil 70% zelenskyy 70% attacks on russia 60% defense agreement 60% drones 50% weapons production 50% energy prices 40% bulgaria 40%