After Putin, Zelensky may also feel Trump's chokehold on his neck

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy commented on Donald Trump's potential scapegoating amid political challenges in the U.S. during a press conference. Following Zelenskyy's remarks, Trump suspended sanctions on Russian oil and gas, citing national security interests. This decision comes after a bipartisan law allowed for significant tariffs on Russian energy imports. Trump's actions seem to align with his agreement with Putin for increased diesel shipments to the U.S., despite the limited impact on overall U.S. consumption. The rising diesel prices are linked to the ongoing conflict with Iran, complicating the political landscape ahead of the midterm elections.