https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/strikes-killing-17-are-russia-s-thanks-for-us-diesel-sanctions-lift-zelenskyy-saysContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/strikes-killing-17-are-russia-s-thanks-for-us-diesel-sanctions-lift-zelenskyy-sayshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/strikes-killing-17-are-russia-s-thanks-for-us-diesel-sanctions-lift-zelenskyy-says#u129800Sun, 18 Oct 2026 00:07:07 +0000President Volodymyr Zelenskyy characterized recent Russian strikes that killed at least 17 people as a response to the US lifting diesel sanctions. The attacks occurred shortly after President Donald Trump reached an agreement with Vladimir Putin to import Russian diesel fuel to combat high prices. While Trump claimed an energy ceasefire was in place, Zelenskyy maintains that Russia continues to target energy facilities. The strikes have caused significant casualties, including the destruction of an apartment building and the deaths of multiple families.Why it mattersThe deal represents a shif