US President Donald Trump has expressed skepticism about Russian President Vladimir Putin agreeing to a mutual ceasefire on energy infrastructure attacks between Ukraine and Russia before the onset of winter. The US has been advocating for both Kyiv and Moscow to cease targeting each other’s energy facilities as part of broader peace negotiation efforts.
While Trump has publicly urged Ukraine to halt its targeting of Russian energy infrastructure, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has shown support for an energy ceasefire. On the other hand, Russia has responded positively to the proposal, though it has not yet formally committed to a reciprocal pause in hostilities.
Despite Trump’s doubts, his negotiating team appears more optimistic following recent talks with Russian officials. US representatives Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner returned from Moscow with the belief that an agreement on energy infrastructure might be achievable.
The proposed ceasefire aims to temporarily halt attacks on power plants and related infrastructure on both sides. For Ukraine, such a deal would help safeguard its energy system ahead of winter, while the US views it as a potential confidence-building measure in advancing the peace process.
Additionally, the United States is exploring broader discussions involving Ukraine, Russia, and itself, where an energy truce and the potential reopening of a Black Sea grain corridor could be among the key topics considered.