Ukraine Strikes Mineral Development Deal With U.S. As Trump Pushes Ceasefire With Russia

Key Details

• The deal centers on Ukraine’s minerals, oil, and gas and involves joint development efforts with the U.S.

• No security guarantees for Ukraine are included in the agreement.

• A previously discussed $500 billion repayment demand—which Trump proposed as a way for Ukraine to “repay” U.S. military aid—has reportedly been dropped.

What This Means

The agreement could ease tensions between Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, whose relationship has been strained due to Trump’s push for a ceasefire with Russia and demands for Ukraine to contribute financially to U.S. support. Ukraine’s cabinet is expected to recommend the deal’s approval on Wednesday, marking a significant moment in U.S.-Ukraine relations as geopolitical negotiations continue.

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