“Let Ukrainians Do What They’ve Been Very Good At”: Trump’s Ex-Envoy Backs Strikes on Russia
Ukraine has been using precision drone strikes to target Russian oil refineries, including a recent attack on the Rostov Oil Terminal, which has been burning for three days. Former US envoy under Trump expressed support for Ukraine's right to strike Russia, saying 'Let Ukrainians do what they've been very good at.' This development escalates tensions between Ukraine and Russia, with Ukraine aiming to disrupt Russia's oil infrastructure.
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- ✓ Ukraine has been using precision drone strikes to target Russian oil refineries.
- ✓ A Ukrainian drone attack caused a fire at the Rostov Oil Terminal, which has been burning for three days.
- ✓ Former US envoy under Trump said 'Let Ukrainians do what they've been very good at' in reference to striking Russia.
What changed
A former US envoy under Trump publicly expressed support for Ukraine's right to strike Russia, marking a notable development in the international response to the conflict.
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Trump's Ex-Envoy Backs Ukrainian Strikes on Russia
Ukraine has been using precision drone strikes to target Russian oil refineries, including a recent attack on the Rostov Oil Terminal, which has been burning for three days. Former US envoy under Trump expressed support for Ukraine's right to strike Russia, saying 'Let Ukrainians do what they've been very good at.' This development escalates tensions between Ukraine and Russia, with Ukraine aiming to disrupt Russia's oil infrastructure.
Why it matters
The conflict between Ukraine and Russia has been ongoing, with Ukraine seeking to defend its territory and disrupt Russia's military capabilities. Ukraine has been using drone strikes to target Russian oil refineries, which has impacted Russia's oil production and revenue. The international community has been watching closely, with some countries expressing support for Ukraine's actions.
What is confirmed
- Ukraine has been using precision drone strikes to target Russian oil refineries.
- A Ukrainian drone attack caused a fire at the Rostov Oil Terminal, which has been burning for three days.
- Former US envoy under Trump said 'Let Ukrainians do what they've been very good at' in reference to striking Russia.
Still unconfirmed
- Another oil storage tank exploded at a refinery terminal near Rostov.
What to watch next
- International response to Ukraine's drone strikes on Russia
- Impact on Russia's oil production and revenue
- Escalation of conflict between Ukraine and Russia
confidence 85%Sources used for this update (5)
- The Washington Post — How Ukraine uses precision drone strikes to hobble Russian oil refineries
- The Moscow Times — Rostov Oil Terminal Burns for Third Day After Reported Ukrainian Drone Attack
- Bloomberg.com — Trump’s Ex-Envoy Says Ukraine Should Be Free to Strike Russia
- UNITED24 Media — “Let Ukrainians Do What They’ve Been Very Good At”: Trump’s Ex-Envoy Backs Strikes on Russia
- Українська правда — Another oil storage tank explodes at refinery terminal near Rostov – video
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