Zelenskyy proposed a deal to halt military strikes on Russian oil refineries—a request from Donald Trump to lower global diesel prices—if the US delivers more Patriot air defense interceptors. He described the current diplomatic environment as dangerous as the US approaches midterm elections on Nov. 3, warning that the US might disconnect support entirely if Ukraine continues to target Russian fuel infrastructure.
Tuesday, October 20, 2026
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Zelenskyy Accuses Trump of Slowing Starlink to Force Capitulation
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The US government intentionally reduced satellite internet speeds and withheld ballistic missile interceptors to compel Kyiv to accept terms of surrender to Russia, according to President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. The Ukrainian leader also alleged that Washington eased sanctions related to Russia as part of a coordinated effort to force a capitulation. These claims directly contradict a statement from the Trump administration issued Oct. 17, which denied any deliberate interference with Starlink internet connectivity in Ukraine.
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