Russia-Ukraine Energy Truce: Targeted Infrastructure Secured

Russia and Ukraine have agreed on a temporary suspension of strikes on key energy infrastructures such as oil refineries, pipelines, nuclear stations, and more. This moratorium begins on March 18 and lasts for 30 days, with possible extensions. Breaches by either party nullify the agreement.

In a surprising move, Russia and Ukraine have brokered a temporary ceasefire concerning attacks on critical energy infrastructures. The targets under protection include oil refineries, gas pipelines, and nuclear stations, among others, announced the Kremlin on Tuesday.

The agreement also encompasses fuel storage facilities, pumping stations, and electricity infrastructure—power plants, substations, transformers, distributors, and hydroelectric dams—indicating a comprehensive effort to mitigate potential escalations affecting energy sectors.

Set to commence on March 18 for an initial 30-day period, the moratorium can be extended beyond its expiration through bilateral consensus. Notably, any violation of the agreement by either nation will permit the other to disengage from compliance, stated the Kremlin.

(With inputs from agencies.)