Zelensky: Ukraine ready to stop striking Russian oil refineries if Russia halts attacks on Ukrainian energy

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has said that Ukraine is ready to stop striking Russian oil refineries if Russia, in turn, ceases its attacks on Ukrainian energy infrastructure. The statement was reported on 11 October 2026, as Russia's war against Ukraine continues.

In essence, Zelensky's words amount to an offer of mutual restraint: Kyiv is prepared to give up attacks on Russian oil refining facilities if Moscow stops targeting Ukraine's energy facilities.

The available information does not specify whether the offer has been formally conveyed to Russia, or whether any additional conditions or deadlines apply. No Russian response has been mentioned so far.