Russia's Moratorium Dilemma: Tensions with Ukraine Over Energy Strikes

Russia may withdraw from a U.S.-brokered moratorium agreement with Ukraine if Kyiv continues attacking energy infrastructure, according to Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov. The Kremlin accuses the Ukrainian army of acting independently, while Ukraine claims Russia disrespects the agreement. President Putin suggests possible temporary administration for Ukraine to facilitate new elections.

The Kremlin has warned that it might pull out of a moratorium on military strikes on energy infrastructure agreed with Ukraine, as accusations fly over continued attacks. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov stated on Friday that Russia reserves the right to exit the U.S.-brokered agreement if Kyiv persists in these assaults.

Peskov criticized the Ukrainian army, claiming its continued actions suggest a lack of control and failure to adhere to leadership directions. Ukraine, on its part, insists that Russia has not honored the moratorium, intensifying the tension between the two nations.

Meanwhile, Russian President Vladimir Putin floated the idea of placing Ukraine under temporary administration to conduct new elections, aiming for a peaceful resolution. Peskov mentioned that this proposal had not been discussed with U.S. President Donald Trump, but stems from concerns about rising nationalist forces in Ukraine.

(With inputs from agencies.)