Zelensky declares state of emergency in Ukraine's energy sector

US President Donald Trump said on Wednesday that Ukraine is "less ready to make a deal" than Russia.

He told the Reuters news agency that it was Zelensky, not Russian President Vladimir Putin, who was stalling peace talks for the nearly four-year long war.

"I think Ukraine is less ready to make a deal," Trump said.

When asked why US-led negotiations had not yet resolved the conflict, Trump responded: "Zelensky".

In recent weeks, Kyiv has been particularly affected by Russian attacks, leaving thousands of homes without regular power, heating or running water.

After one particularly heavy night of missile and drone attacks last week, 70% of the capital was left without power for several hours.

Zelensky said the new measures would include procuring vital energy equipment and resources from abroad to replace damaged installations.

"The First Deputy Prime Minister – Minister of Energy of Ukraine has been assigned to oversee work supporting people and communities under these conditions," he wrote on X.

He also ordered an increase in the number of emergency help points around Kyiv to provide heat and power for residents, a move which could see a relaxing of current midnight curfew in the capital.

स्रोत: Bbc