January 1, Ukrainian Leader Offers Energy Ceasefire If US Steps In

Wyatt’s Take

• Ukrainian President Zelenskyy told a GOP senator he would stop striking Russian energy sites if America helps target them.
• The offer shows Kyiv is willing to change tactics when real pressure is applied.
• Working families in the heartland are tired of endless foreign fights that raise their fuel bills.

Senator Kevin Cramer revealed new details about his recent talk with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on the subject of energy strikes.

“He said, ‘I’d do that tomorrow.’”

Fact 1: President Trump wants Ukraine to stop attacking Russian petroleum infrastructure.
Fact 2: President Zelenskyy wants access to U.S. targeting assistance to stop Russian missiles from being launched at Ukrainian civilians from inside Russia.
Fact 3: President Zelenskyy has…

— Senator Roger Wicker (@SenatorWicker) October 18, 2026

The North Dakota Republican told CBS that the Ukrainian leader made the offer during a private conversation.

According to Cramer, Zelenskyy indicated he would halt Ukrainian attacks on Russian energy infrastructure if the United States would provide targeting assistance.

The comment comes as both sides continue trading strikes on energy targets, driving up global fuel costs.

Cramer framed the exchange as proof that direct American involvement could change the battlefield dynamics.

Wyatt Matters

Middle America wants leaders who put our own borders and paychecks first instead of pouring more money into foreign wars that never end.