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A new dispute has erupted between Washington and Kyiv over Ukrainian strikes on Russian oil refineries, with Axios reporting that US officials raised the possibility of cutting intelligence sharing if Ukraine continued ignoring American requests to halt the attacks. According to the report, Trump envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner raised the issue during peace talks in Miami. A Ukrainian official characterised the discussion as a threat, while a US official denied that Washington had issued an ultimatum. The American side argues that Ukrainian attacks on Russian refineries are contributing to fuel-market pressure affecting US consumers. Kyiv reportedly offered to stop targeting Russian oil facilities if Moscow stopped attacking Ukrainian power plants, but Trump wanted Ukraine to move first. Washington subsequently announced an agreement to bring Russian diesel onto international markets. Ukraine objected, arguing that easing restrictions could provide Moscow with additional revenue. Kyiv then reportedly continued its refinery campaign despite the pressure.