Ukraine never agreed to pause strikes on Russian refineries, sources confirm

Ukrainian officials denied reports of a pause in strikes on Russian oil refineries, asserting that attacks continue despite claims from the Wall Street Journal. Following a suggestion from U.S. envoy Jared Kushner for a 30-day halt, Ukraine maintained it never agreed to such terms. Strikes resumed shortly after the WSJ report, targeting the Novokuibyshevsk refinery, with Ukrainian defense company Fire Point celebrating the attack. Russian officials confirmed the strikes, noting minor damage. The ongoing campaign against Russian oil infrastructure has seen little reaction from Washington, with U.S. intelligence support continuing for Ukraine's operations.