#Us Policy

An insider revealed that Trump's team discusses Donbas 'very delicately' and makes no direct demands regarding territories, yet persistently asks Kyiv to halt strikes on Russian refineries, citing rising diesel prices.

Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth stated that the US has not restricted Starlink for Ukraine and has not changed its policy toward it. Meanwhile, Zelenskyy discussed the "restoration" of the satellite service and Patriot supplies with Rubio on the same day.

Trump stated that Zelenskyy 'must want' to end the war, or the consequences will be 'very bad.' The head of the White House also stated that negotiations should be conducted not by Zelenskyy, but by someone else.

US President Donald Trump stated that peace talks on behalf of Ukraine should be led not by Volodymyr Zelenskyy, who, according to him, does not contribute to ending the war. The statement is part of a series of criticisms from Trump directed at Kyiv.

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated that President Trump is distressed to see civilian deaths from ballistic missile strikes on Kyiv residential buildings. The statement came amid disputes over timely warnings about the strikes.

Ukrainian authorities consider restrictions on Starlink and US intelligence access as a tool of pressure to force concessions on Donbas. Kyiv fears winter 2026–2027 will be the most difficult due to energy strikes.

On October 17, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi urged Israel to strengthen measures against settler attacks and halt the creation of new West Bank settlements. Israel labeled the attackers "rioters" and emphasized the need for diplomats to coordinate with the military.

On October 16, 2026, Trump signed an executive order exempting Russia from some sanctions and tariffs under the Lindsey Graham Act, citing national interests. The decision comes amid a diesel fuel deal and has drawn criticism from Kyiv and parts of Congress.

The SIF interagency group, created at Trump's direction, held its first meeting and undertook the assessment of superintelligence risks. At the same time, the president rejected strict state regulation, preferring an industry memorandum.

Discussions surrounding Russian fuel supplies, US statements on Ukraine's leadership, and London's stance highlight growing Western divisions over conflict resolution.

US House Democrats have added an amendment to sanctions bill HR 5334 providing for a $15 billion direct loan to Ukraine. The amendment did not receive a separate vote in the Rules Committee.

Donald Trump stated that claims of an AI 'world takeover' are a deception and rejected calls from industry leaders to slow down development. The statement came amid preparations for a meeting with Xi Jinping.

Trump stated that countries that did not help the US in the conflict with Iran must compensate for the costs after it is over. He emphasized the stability of the oil flow through the Strait of Hormuz and Washington's role in protecting it.

US diplomat Gregory Sleaton stated that Trump is “finally starting to understand” Ukraine’s successes, and that Laura Loomer’s visit to Kyiv has become a symbol of the collapse of the pro-Kremlin narrative in the US president’s inner circle.

🇺🇸 **Trump Launches Private Cyberattack Program** The US President signed a memorandum allowing private companies to conduct offensive operations against foreign hackers under government control. 🔹 **Goal:** Combat ransomware and fraudsters. 🔹 **Conditions:** $1 million bond and strict oversight. 🔹 **Reaction:** Experts are debating — some see salvation, others see the commercialization of war. #CyberSecurity #Trump #USA #Hacking

Donald Trump stated that the US has a signed agreement with Ukraine allowing it to take any resources on demand. 🇺🇸🇺🇦 He estimated the cost of access to Ukrainian subsoil at over $300 billion and called it a way to recoup the aid provided to Kyiv. 📉💰

🇺🇸 Donald Trump stated that the US will no longer guard the Strait of Hormuz for free. Now, other countries will have to pay for this service. 🌍💸 #Trump #StraitOfHormuz #Iran