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Washington: Donald Trump said Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky “better damn well stop” striking Russia’s diesel refineries and called for the wartime leader to leave office, as relations between the two sink to fresh lows over skyrocketing diesel prices.

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Ukrainian drone strikes have partly disabled an AI data centre operated by Russian digital giant Yandex.1

The strike on Friday followed another attack the previous day, indicating Ukraine's military campaign is expanding to target Russia’s technology infrastructure.1

Yandex said its data centre in Kaluga had been struck by Ukrainian drones and partly put out of action.1

President Donald Trump suggested Ukraine should get a new president, implying Volodymyr Zelenskyy has not done enough to end the war with Russia.2

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said only Russia was responsible for the war in his country and would halt strikes on Russian oil refineries if Moscow stopped hitting Ukraine's energy grid.3

Written by AI from articles by 5 outlets. Each sentence links to the articles it rests on, and was checked automatically: every name, number and quote must appear in the sentences it cites, or it is removed.

Sources cited (5)
  1. Ukraine takes aim at Russia’s AI data infrastructure Al Jazeera, 9 Oct
  2. Trump says Ukraine should get a new president as he blames Zelenskyy for US diesel prices Global News, 10 Oct
  3. Kyiv pushes back on Donald Trump's call for a new Ukrainian president as drones hit Russian data hub The Hindu, 11 Oct
  4. Ukraine's Zelenskiy tells ABC he will organize elections if Russia agrees to 60-day ceasefire The Straits Times, 11 Oct
  5. ‘Time for a new president’: Trump calls on Zelensky to go amid diesel stoush Sydney Morning Herald, 10 Oct

What happened

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"I think it's time for Ukraine to get a new president," Trump had told reporters at the White House.

9 of 19 outletsfirst reported 10 Octwording from The Straits Times

“I suggest they get a new leader who can make a deal because he could have made many deals and for some reason he never does,” Trump said.

8 of 19 outletsfirst reported 10 Octwording from Global News

The US president on Friday struck a deal to buy Russian diesel, upending years of sanctions against Moscow, though it was not evident that Vladimir Putin could fulfil his end of the deal, given he is struggling to fuel his own economy.

8 of 19 outletsfirst reported 10 Octwording from Sydney Morning Herald

With his popularity sliding in the polls, Mr Trump has sought to frame Ukrainian drone attacks as being responsible for high diesel prices, rather than the ongoing war between the US and Iran.

5 of 19 outletsfirst reported 11 Octwording from ABC News (Australia)

What each outlet says

One AI summary per outlet of its latest article on this story, written from that article alone and checked against it. Open the article for the outlet's own words.

The Straits Times14 Oct

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky expressed pain over US President Donald Trump's statements regarding Ukraine, specifically after Trump called for a new Ukrainian president. In an interview on October 14 with Piers Morgan, Zelensky said it was hurtful when Trump took sides against Ukraine in its conflict with Russia and criticized Trump’s decision to lift sanctions on Russian diesel exports. Zelensky…

Ukraine’s Zelensky says it is ‘painful’ when Trump chooses a different side →6 articles from The Straits Times on this story
Al Jazeera12 Oct

U.S. President Donald Trump expressed a desire for Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to be replaced during a press conference on Saturday, citing concerns over the impact of Ukraine’s strikes against Russian refineries on global diesel supplies. Despite Trump's comments, Ukrainian law under martial law allows Zelenskyy to extend his presidency beyond 2024 due to ongoing conflict with Russia. Analysts suggest…

Trump thinks Ukraine needs a new president. Who could replace Zelenskyy? →5 articles from Al Jazeera on this story
ABC News (AU)14 Oct

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy expressed disappointment in an interview with Piers Morgan after US President Donald Trump criticized him and lifted sanctions on Russian diesel exports, which seemed to favor Russia over Ukraine in their ongoing conflict. Zelenskyy said it was "painful" when Trump took sides against Ukraine and felt that losing a strong partner would hurt his country's interests. The move…

Zelenskyy says Trump's decision to take Russia's side is 'painful' →4 articles from ABC News (AU) on this story
Sydney Morning Herald11 Oct

Readers express frustration and outrage at U.S. President Donald Trump's comments regarding Ukraine needing a new president to buy Russian oil, comparing it to fascist ideologies from World War II. The article includes several letters criticizing Trump’s actions as undermining global stability and democracy, with concerns about enabling Russian aggression against Ukraine and disregarding international laws.

The world needs a new president – but not in Ukraine →3 articles from Sydney Morning Herald on this story
BBC10 Oct

President Donald Trump stated that it is time for Ukraine to acquire a new leader during remarks to the press. This came after criticism of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky over military actions against Russian oil facilities, and in light of Trump's announcement of a deal with Russia to import Russian diesel fuel, which Zelensky called "a gift" to Russian President Vladimir Putin.

Watch: 'Time for Ukraine to get a new president', says Trump →2 articles from BBC on this story
Global News11 Oct

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy dismissed criticism from U.S. President Donald Trump, who blamed him for high diesel prices and suggested Ukraine needs a new leader to make peace deals. Meanwhile, Kyiv conducted a drone attack on Sunday that shut down a data center run by Russian tech giant Yandex in Vladimir, marking the third such strike against Yandex facilities within four days. Zelenskyy stated Ukraine…

Kyiv pushes back on Trump’s call for a new Ukrainian president as drones hit Russian data hub →2 articles from Global News on this story
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The Hindu11 Oct

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy responded on October 11, 2026, to U.S. President Donald Trump's criticism by stating that Russia is solely responsible for the war and offered to halt strikes on Russian oil refineries if Moscow stops hitting Ukraine’s energy grid. Trump had previously called for a new Ukrainian president, blaming Zelenskyy for high diesel prices in the U.S. Meanwhile, Kyiv continued its…

Kyiv pushes back on Donald Trump's call for a new Ukrainian president as drones hit Russian data hub →2 articles from The Hindu on this story
Daily Mail11 Oct

Volodymyr Zelensky stated he will hold new elections if Vladimir Putin agrees to a 60-day ceasefire. This came after U.S. President Donald Trump called on Ukraine to "get a new leader," one day after signing an oil deal with Russia that lifted sanctions on Russian oil imports to the United States. Zelensky criticized Trump, asserting it is up to Ukrainian citizens to choose their leadership. The article highlights…

Zelensky says he will hold elections if Putin backs 60-day ceasefire - but tells Trump 'up to our people' to pick leader →2 articles from Daily Mail on this story
Times of India11 Oct

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy proposed holding elections in his country if Russian President Vladimir Putin agrees to a 60-day ceasefire. This came after US President Donald Trump criticized Zelenskyy for targeting Russian oil refineries and suggested that Ukraine needed new leadership. Zelenskyy also responded to rising fuel prices, stating that the global conflict in the Middle East was a more…

Zelenskyy says ready to hold Ukraine elections if Russia offers 60-day ceasefire →2 articles from Times of India on this story
Semafor11 Oct

The US threatened to stop arms sales to Europe if Ukraine continues striking Russian oil and gas facilities, according to the Financial Times. This move comes amid deteriorating relations between the US and Ukraine, following President Trump's announcement of an "energy ceasefire" without prior consultation with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. Meanwhile, Washington suspended sanctions on Russian diesel…

US threatens to halt Ukraine arms →2 articles from Semafor on this story
Euronews8 Oct

A fire broke out at a Yandex data center in Sasovo, Ryazan region, following an alleged drone attack by Ukraine. The company reported that some services might be disrupted due to the incident. Both sides are trading accusations of infrastructure strikes; while Ukraine claims to have hit a significant oil refinery in Russia, neither side has confirmed these attacks independently.

Fire rages at Yandex data centre after Ukraine drone attack →
South China Morning Post10 Oct

US President Donald Trump called for Ukraine to replace President Volodymyr Zelensky during a press conference at the White House, accusing him of failing to end the war with Russia despite multiple opportunities. Trump claimed that Zelensky's actions have contributed to global fuel shortages by targeting Russian refineries.

Trump demands Ukraine get new president, lashes out at Zelensky →
Letters from an American11 Oct

Former President Donald Trump openly supported Russian President Vladimir Putin by criticizing Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky for prolonging the war and blaming him for high diesel prices, despite Russia's invasion of Ukraine. When questioned about lifting sanctions on Russian oil, which could fund Putin’s military operations in Ukraine, Trump accused Zelensky of deliberately causing problems rather than…

October 10, 2026 →
Evening Standard11 Oct

US President Donald Trump criticized Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, suggesting Ukraine needs a new leader after disagreements over easing sanctions on Russian diesel exports. Speaking outside the White House, Trump accused Zelensky of prolonging the conflict by authorizing attacks on Russian oil infrastructure and urged him to pursue negotiations with Moscow instead. This dispute highlights growing tensions…

Trump says it is ‘time for Ukraine to get a new president’ in fresh row with Zelensky →
ABC News (US)11 Oct

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy defended Ukraine's attacks on Russian oil refineries in an interview with ABC News, stating that these actions are responses to Russia's repeated strikes on Ukrainian energy infrastructure. Following criticism from former President Donald Trump, who accused Zelenskyy of worsening the global diesel fuel crisis by targeting refineries, Zelenskyy called for a mutual ceasefire and said…

Zelenskyy defends attacking Russian refineries after Trump demands he stop →
Washington Examiner11 Oct

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky spoke with ABC News on Sunday about holding elections in Ukraine if Russian President Vladimir Putin agrees to a 60-day ceasefire. Zelensky emphasized that proper security infrastructure is necessary for fair elections amid ongoing conflict and criticized U.S. leaders for blaming Ukraine’s actions rather than addressing the real issues causing global oil price increases, such…

Zelensky to Trump: Ukraine will hold elections if Putin agrees to 60-day ceasefire →
Mother Jones11 Oct

President Trump continues to blame Ukraine for rising fuel prices, suggesting that the country's military actions against Russia are responsible. He urged Ukraine to replace its president, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, who criticized Trump’s stance and pointed out that the closure of the Strait of Hormuz is a more significant factor in price increases. Meanwhile, despite his recent deal allowing Russian diesel exports, Trump…

Trump Blames Ukraine—Not His Iran War—For Our Skyrocketing Fuel Prices →
CBS News12 Oct

President Trump threatened to withhold both intelligence and weapon sales from Ukraine, citing high energy prices as a reason for potential retaliation against the country. The threat involves suspending European purchases of U.S.-made weapons that are supplied to Ukraine by Europe, and withholding intelligence on Russian missile attacks. CBS News reports that these actions stem partly from concerns about rising…

Trump threatens Ukraine over high energy prices mainly caused by Iran war →
The Independent16 Oct

Volodymyr Zelensky expressed deep concern over Donald Trump’s recent actions, which included criticizing Zelensky, agreeing to a new US-Russia diesel trade deal, and restricting Starlink services in Ukraine. At an EU summit in Brussels, Zelensky thanked European leaders for their support while highlighting the negative impact of diminished U.S. backing during the conflict with Russia. Trump’s decision to lift…

Zelensky’s despair as Trump turns towards Russia →

Analysis

Agreed

AI · cited, from two or more outlets

  • President Trump criticized Zelenskyy for attacking Russian oil refineries and suggested it was time for Ukraine to get a new president.24
Quoted from the coverage (4)

Yandex, which is heavily involved in Russia’s AI development efforts, said its data centre in the Kaluga region southwest of Moscow had been struck by Ukrainian drones and partly put out of action.

6 outlets

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said on Sunday that he would organise elections in Ukraine if Russian President Vladimir Putin agreed to a 60-day ceasefire, responding to criticism from US President Donald Trump over his leadership.

6 outlets

Earlier on Sunday, Zelenskiy said Ukraine was ready to halt attacks on Russian oil refineries if Moscow ceases its own strikes on Ukrainian energy infrastructure.

5 outlets

Ukraine's strikes on data centres follow Russian attacks on data hubs in Ukraine.

4 outlets

Disputed

Picked by our model, which is sometimes wrong

  • Trump blamed high diesel prices on Ukraine rather than the U.S.-led war in Iran, while Zelenskyy said only Russia was responsible for the war and would halt strikes if Moscow stopped hitting Ukraine's energy grid.23

Framing

How the first headlines put it

  • Al Jazeera focuses on the military campaign targeting Russian technology infrastructure, while Global News highlights Trump’s criticism of Zelenskyy over diesel prices and war resolution.12
  • Sydney Morning Herald emphasizes Trump's call for a new Ukrainian president amid diesel price disputes, whereas The Hindu presents the broader context of ongoing strikes on Russian data centers.53
Stated as fact2
Words to watch (1)

'Time for a new president' Trumps slams Zelenskyy over diesel strikes Sydney Morning Herald

How it changed

  1. 8 Oct

    Drones hit Yandex data centre in first major attack on Russian data hub

    5 outlets · The Straits Times
  2. 9 Oct

    Russia has struck several Ukrainian data centres and telecommunications infrastructure facilities over the past month, including targets in central Kyiv.

    3 outlets · Al Jazeera
  3. 10 Oct

    Washington: Donald Trump said Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky “better damn well stop” striking Russia’s diesel refineries and called for the wartime leader to leave office, as relations between the two sink to fresh lows over skyrocketing diesel prices.

    13 outlets · Sydney Morning Herald
  4. 11 Oct

    'I suggest they get a new leader who can make a deal,' Mr Trump told reporters outside the White House of Mr Zelensky

    8 outlets · Daily Mail
  5. 12 Oct

    "Please tell Putin, give us two months, 60 days of total ceasefire, 60 days, and we will organise elections," Zelenskiy told ABC's "This Week" on Sunday.

    4 outlets · The Straits Times

Coverage 39 articles

  • 16 Oct Zelensky’s despair as Trump turns towards RussiaVolodymyr Zelensky expressed deep concern over Donald Trump’s recent actions, which included criticizing Zelensky, agreeing to a new US-Russia diesel trade deal, and restricting Starlink services in Ukraine. At an EU summit in Brussels, Zelensky thanked European leaders for their support while highlighting the negative impact of diminished U.S. backing during the conflict with Russia. Trump’s decision to lift…The Independent
  • 14 Oct Zelenskyy says Trump's decision to take Russia's side is 'painful'Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy expressed disappointment in an interview with Piers Morgan after US President Donald Trump criticized him and lifted sanctions on Russian diesel exports, which seemed to favor Russia over Ukraine in their ongoing conflict. Zelenskyy said it was "painful" when Trump took sides against Ukraine and felt that losing a strong partner would hurt his country's interests. The move…ABC News (AU)
  • 14 Oct Ukraine’s Zelensky says it is ‘painful’ when Trump chooses a different sideUkrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky expressed pain over US President Donald Trump's statements regarding Ukraine, specifically after Trump called for a new Ukrainian president. In an interview on October 14 with Piers Morgan, Zelensky said it was hurtful when Trump took sides against Ukraine in its conflict with Russia and criticized Trump’s decision to lift sanctions on Russian diesel exports. Zelensky…The Straits Times
  • 13 Oct Trump takes out political frustrations on Zelensky, UkrainePresident Donald Trump appears to be redirecting political frustrations from his struggling midterm campaign onto President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine. This includes criticizing Ukrainian military actions against Russian targets and announcing a policy shift to allow Russian diesel imports, aiming to ease fuel prices. Polls indicate that 65% of Americans blame the White House for high living costs, with many…The Straits Times
  • 12 Oct Trump threatens Ukraine over high energy prices mainly caused by Iran warPresident Trump threatened to withhold both intelligence and weapon sales from Ukraine, citing high energy prices as a reason for potential retaliation against the country. The threat involves suspending European purchases of U.S.-made weapons that are supplied to Ukraine by Europe, and withholding intelligence on Russian missile attacks. CBS News reports that these actions stem partly from concerns about rising…CBS News
  • 12 Oct Trump thinks Ukraine needs a new president. Who could replace Zelenskyy?U.S. President Donald Trump expressed a desire for Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to be replaced during a press conference on Saturday, citing concerns over the impact of Ukraine’s strikes against Russian refineries on global diesel supplies. Despite Trump's comments, Ukrainian law under martial law allows Zelenskyy to extend his presidency beyond 2024 due to ongoing conflict with Russia. Analysts suggest…Al Jazeera
  • 12 Oct Kremlin rejects Ukrainian leader's idea of a 60-day ceasefire, says it wants an overall peace dealOn October 12, the Kremlin rejected Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy’s proposal for a 60-day ceasefire to enable presidential elections, stating that Russia seeks a comprehensive peace deal instead of a temporary truce. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov emphasized that Putin and other officials prioritize long-term peace over short-term ceasefires, responding to Zelenskiy's earlier suggestion made during an…The Straits Times
  • 12 Oct Trump shifts position on Ukraine as fuel prices pose existential threatDonald Trump has shifted his stance on Ukraine and Russia in response to high fuel prices threatening Republican prospects in upcoming mid-term elections. Recently, Trump pressured Europe for diesel releases, threatened a U.S. export ban, and then announced a deal with Russia for significant diesel supply despite ongoing sanctions issues. This erratic policy reflects domestic political concerns over rising fuel…ABC News (AU)
  • 11 Oct US threatens to halt Ukraine armsThe US threatened to stop arms sales to Europe if Ukraine continues striking Russian oil and gas facilities, according to the Financial Times. This move comes amid deteriorating relations between the US and Ukraine, following President Trump's announcement of an "energy ceasefire" without prior consultation with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. Meanwhile, Washington suspended sanctions on Russian diesel…Semafor
  • 11 Oct Data centers emerge as attractive targets in warA Ukrainian drone attack disabled a Russian data center on Sunday, highlighting how attacks on digital infrastructure are becoming more common in the conflict between Russia and Ukraine. These strikes have caused significant outages affecting both countries and even impacted global internet traffic. An analyst for The National Interest warns that such attacks blur the lines between military and civilian targets…Semafor
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  • 11 Oct Zelenskyy says ready to hold Ukraine elections if Russia offers 60-day ceasefireUkrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy proposed holding elections in his country if Russian President Vladimir Putin agrees to a 60-day ceasefire. This came after US President Donald Trump criticized Zelenskyy for targeting Russian oil refineries and suggested that Ukraine needed new leadership. Zelenskyy also responded to rising fuel prices, stating that the global conflict in the Middle East was a more…Times of India
  • 11 Oct Ukraine steps up attacks on Russian tech infrastructure, damages third data centerA Ukrainian drone strike damaged Yandex’s data center in Vladimir, east of Moscow, forcing it to suspend operations. This is the third attack on Yandex facilities in four days as Ukraine intensifies strikes on Russian tech infrastructure. The incident disrupted services across multiple countries, including Russia, Kazakhstan, Belarus, and Armenia. US President Donald Trump criticized Ukrainian President Volodymyr…Times of India
  • 11 Oct Trump Blames Ukraine—Not His Iran War—For Our Skyrocketing Fuel PricesPresident Trump continues to blame Ukraine for rising fuel prices, suggesting that the country's military actions against Russia are responsible. He urged Ukraine to replace its president, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, who criticized Trump’s stance and pointed out that the closure of the Strait of Hormuz is a more significant factor in price increases. Meanwhile, despite his recent deal allowing Russian diesel exports, Trump…Mother Jones
  • 11 Oct Zelensky to Trump: Ukraine will hold elections if Putin agrees to 60-day ceasefireUkrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky spoke with ABC News on Sunday about holding elections in Ukraine if Russian President Vladimir Putin agrees to a 60-day ceasefire. Zelensky emphasized that proper security infrastructure is necessary for fair elections amid ongoing conflict and criticized U.S. leaders for blaming Ukraine’s actions rather than addressing the real issues causing global oil price increases, such…Washington Examiner
  • 11 Oct 'Up to our people': Zelenskyy responds to Trump's election call
    ABC News (AU)
  • 11 Oct Oval Office spat to public rebukes: A timeline of Trump-Zelenskyy tiesPresident Donald Trump has called for President Volodymyr Zelenskyy of Ukraine to be replaced after blaming him for rising diesel prices in the United States. This criticism came as tensions increased following Trump's announcement of a diesel supply deal with Russia, which contradicts previous U.S. sanctions against Russian energy exports. In response, Zelenskyy defended his actions and accused Putin of continuing…Al Jazeera
  • 11 Oct Zelensky says he will hold elections if Putin backs 60-day ceasefire - but tells Trump 'up to our people' to pick leaderVolodymyr Zelensky stated he will hold new elections if Vladimir Putin agrees to a 60-day ceasefire. This came after U.S. President Donald Trump called on Ukraine to "get a new leader," one day after signing an oil deal with Russia that lifted sanctions on Russian oil imports to the United States. Zelensky criticized Trump, asserting it is up to Ukrainian citizens to choose their leadership. The article highlights…Daily Mail
  • 11 Oct Zelenskyy defends attacking Russian refineries after Trump demands he stopPresident Volodymyr Zelenskyy defended Ukraine's attacks on Russian oil refineries in an interview with ABC News, stating that these actions are responses to Russia's repeated strikes on Ukrainian energy infrastructure. Following criticism from former President Donald Trump, who accused Zelenskyy of worsening the global diesel fuel crisis by targeting refineries, Zelenskyy called for a mutual ceasefire and said…ABC News (US)
  • 11 Oct Ukraine's Zelenskiy tells ABC he will organize elections if Russia agrees to 60-day ceasefireUkrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy told ABC's "This Week" that he would organize new elections in Ukraine if Russian President Vladimir Putin agreed to a 60-day ceasefire. This came after US President Donald Trump criticized Zelenskiy for attacking Russian oil refineries, suggesting it was time for Ukraine to get a new president. In his response, Zelenskiy emphasized the need for both sides to cease hostilities…The Straits Times
  • 11 Oct Kyiv pushes back on Trump’s call for a new Ukrainian president as drones hit Russian data hubUkrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy dismissed criticism from U.S. President Donald Trump, who blamed him for high diesel prices and suggested Ukraine needs a new leader to make peace deals. Meanwhile, Kyiv conducted a drone attack on Sunday that shut down a data center run by Russian tech giant Yandex in Vladimir, marking the third such strike against Yandex facilities within four days. Zelenskyy stated Ukraine…Global News
  • 11 Oct Kyiv pushes back on Donald Trump's call for a new Ukrainian president as drones hit Russian data hubUkrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy responded on October 11, 2026, to U.S. President Donald Trump's criticism by stating that Russia is solely responsible for the war and offered to halt strikes on Russian oil refineries if Moscow stops hitting Ukraine’s energy grid. Trump had previously called for a new Ukrainian president, blaming Zelenskyy for high diesel prices in the U.S. Meanwhile, Kyiv continued its…The Hindu
  • 11 Oct Russia’s Yandex says data centre in Vladimir shut down after drone attackYandex, a major Russian technology company, reported that its data center in Vladimir was shut down after sustaining damage from a drone attack. No injuries were reported, but several of Yandex's services became unavailable as emergency services responded and the company assessed the extent of the damage. This incident is part of a series of cyber-related attacks on technology infrastructure between Russia and…Al Jazeera
  • 11 Oct Trump calls for Ukraine election, says Zelenskyy failed to end warUS President Donald Trump urged Ukraine to hold new elections, suggesting that President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has failed to resolve the ongoing conflict with Russia. Additionally, Trump criticized recent Ukrainian military actions against Russian oil facilities, which he linked to rising global fuel prices. This came shortly after the United States and Russia agreed on a deal for Moscow to supply diesel fuel to the…Al Jazeera
  • 11 Oct Trump says it is ‘time for Ukraine to get a new president’ in fresh row with ZelenskyUS President Donald Trump criticized Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, suggesting Ukraine needs a new leader after disagreements over easing sanctions on Russian diesel exports. Speaking outside the White House, Trump accused Zelensky of prolonging the conflict by authorizing attacks on Russian oil infrastructure and urged him to pursue negotiations with Moscow instead. This dispute highlights growing tensions…Evening Standard
  • 11 Oct The world needs a new president – but not in UkraineReaders express frustration and outrage at U.S. President Donald Trump's comments regarding Ukraine needing a new president to buy Russian oil, comparing it to fascist ideologies from World War II. The article includes several letters criticizing Trump’s actions as undermining global stability and democracy, with concerns about enabling Russian aggression against Ukraine and disregarding international laws.Sydney Morning Herald
  • 11 Oct Boris Johnson leads fury as Trump demands Zelensky is ousted - after striking 'sickening' diesel deal with Putin to save US midtermsBoris Johnson criticized Donald Trump for his recent deal to lift sanctions on Russian fuel imports to the US, calling it "sickening." Trump has also pressured Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky to stop hitting Russia’s oil infrastructure and suggested Ukraine needs a new leader who can negotiate. The UK is countering this by reaffirming support for Ukraine; Boris Johnson and Mayor of Manchester Andy Burnham…Daily Mail
  • 11 Oct Trump says Ukraine should get new President as he blames Zelenskyy for U.S. diesel pricesOn October 10, 2026, President Donald Trump called for Ukraine to replace its president Volodymyr Zelenskyy, alleging he has not done enough to end the war with Russia and blaming him for high U.S. diesel prices. Trump's comments came after striking a deal with Russian President Vladimir Putin to import Russian diesel in response to rising fuel costs due to the Iran conflict.The Hindu
  • 11 Oct October 10, 2026Former President Donald Trump openly supported Russian President Vladimir Putin by criticizing Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky for prolonging the war and blaming him for high diesel prices, despite Russia's invasion of Ukraine. When questioned about lifting sanctions on Russian oil, which could fund Putin’s military operations in Ukraine, Trump accused Zelensky of deliberately causing problems rather than…Letters from an American
  • 11 Oct Trump announces deal with Putin for Russian diesel, but what is its most consequential element?This article is an analysis of President Donald Trump's announcement regarding a deal with Russian President Vladimir Putin involving Russian diesel, focusing on the potential implications of this move. The piece highlights Trump's criticism of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, suggesting that Ukrainians should consider electing a new leader who can negotiate better deals and blaming Zelensky for high diesel…The Straits Times
  • 10 Oct Trump lashes out at Zelenskyy over rising diesel prices in the USUS President Donald Trump has accused Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy of causing rising diesel prices in America and suggested that Ukraine needs a new leader who can negotiate better deals. Trump also announced a controversial deal with Russian President Vladimir Putin to buy diesel from Russia, despite recent sanctions against Moscow. European allies have criticized this move, arguing it could fund…ABC News (AU)
  • 10 Oct Watch: 'Time for Ukraine to get a new president', says TrumpPresident Donald Trump stated that it is time for Ukraine to acquire a new leader during remarks to the press. This came after criticism of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky over military actions against Russian oil facilities, and in light of Trump's announcement of a deal with Russia to import Russian diesel fuel, which Zelensky called "a gift" to Russian President Vladimir Putin.BBC
  • 10 Oct 'Time for a new president' Trumps slams Zelenskyy over diesel strikesDonald Trump criticized Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, telling him to stop striking Russian diesel refineries and suggesting it is time for a new president in Ukraine. The comment came without providing any additional context or details regarding the strikes or diplomatic relations between the countries.Sydney Morning Herald
  • 10 Oct ‘Time for a new president’: Trump calls on Zelensky to go amid diesel stoushDonald Trump criticized Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky for striking Russian diesel refineries, blaming him for rising global diesel prices and calling for his resignation. This came as Trump negotiated a deal to buy Russian diesel despite sanctions, amid Ukraine’s efforts to cripple Russia's economy through infrastructure strikes. The comments mark a new low in relations between the two leaders since a…Sydney Morning Herald
  • 10 Oct Trump demands Ukraine get new president, lashes out at ZelenskyUS President Donald Trump called for Ukraine to replace President Volodymyr Zelensky during a press conference at the White House, accusing him of failing to end the war with Russia despite multiple opportunities. Trump claimed that Zelensky's actions have contributed to global fuel shortages by targeting Russian refineries.South China Morning Post
  • 10 Oct Trump says Ukraine should get a new president as he blames Zelenskyy for US diesel pricesPresident Donald Trump criticized Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, suggesting Ukraine needs a new leader who can make deals with Russia to end their war and blaming Zelenskyy for high U.S. diesel prices. Trump made these remarks while urging Zelenskyy to cease strikes on Russian energy infrastructure. The comments came after Russian airstrikes killed at least 20 people in Ukraine’s Zaporizhzhia region…Global News
  • 9 Oct Russian search engine Yandex struggles after Ukrainian strikes on data centresRussian tech giant Yandex is facing significant challenges after two of its five data centers were struck by Ukrainian drones over the past few days, leading to suspended operations at one and partial damage at another. The company warns that it's difficult to predict when services will resume, though some AI chatbot functions have already been temporarily unavailable. President Volodymyr Zelensky justifies these…BBC
  • 9 Oct Ukraine takes aim at Russia’s AI data infrastructureUkrainian forces conducted drone strikes on Friday against an AI data center operated by Russian tech company Yandex in Kaluga, following a similar attack on another Yandex facility in Sasovo the previous day. These attacks damaged critical supercomputers used for developing AI models and disrupted services essential to many Russians. Moscow has previously targeted Ukrainian data centers, leading President Volodymyr…Al Jazeera
  • 8 Oct Fire rages at Yandex data centre after Ukraine drone attackA fire broke out at a Yandex data center in Sasovo, Ryazan region, following an alleged drone attack by Ukraine. The company reported that some services might be disrupted due to the incident. Both sides are trading accusations of infrastructure strikes; while Ukraine claims to have hit a significant oil refinery in Russia, neither side has confirmed these attacks independently.Euronews
  • 8 Oct Drones hit Yandex data centre in first major attack on Russian data hubOn October 8, drones attacked a Yandex data center in Russia’s Ryazan region, causing a fire that halted operations completely. Yandex confirmed its core services remained unaffected but was working to restore impacted functions. This attack marks the first significant strike on a Russian data hub by Ukrainian forces and follows recent retaliatory attacks between the two countries targeting each other's…The Straits Times

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