President Donald Trump has ordered an immediate suspension of all U.S. military aid to Ukraine following a contentious meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
Zelenskyy has expressed readiness to sign a mineral rights agreement with the United States, following a contentious meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump that initially left the deal unsigned.
President Donald Trump’s Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent confirmed Thursday that a major U.S.-Ukraine mineral extraction deal has been finalized, calling it a “win-win” for both nations. The agreement, which covers strategic minerals, oil, gas, and infrastructure assets, aims to boost economic cooperation while ensuring transparency and eliminating corruption risks.
President Donald Trump engaged in a heated exchange with a reporter during his joint press conference with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Friday, pushing back against claims that Russian President Vladimir Putin could not be trusted to honor a ceasefire deal. Trump argued that Putin’s past actions stemmed from a lack of respect for former Presidents Joe Biden and Barack Obama.
President Donald Trump, Vice President JD Vance, and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy engaged in a heated discussion about the role of American diplomacy in the Russia-Ukraine conflict.
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer is set to meet with U.S. President Donald Trump on Thursday, February 27, 2025, in Washington, D.C., aiming to secure American backing for Ukraine in potential ceasefire agreements with Russia. Starmer has warned that any ceasefire without a strong security guarantee could allow Russian President Vladimir Putin to regroup and renew hostilities.
The United States and Ukraine are expected to finalize an agreement this week that would grant the U.S. access to Ukraine’s critical mineral resources in exchange for continued security assistance. The deal, which has been under negotiation for months, aligns with President Donald Trump’s policy of ensuring American foreign aid is tied to tangible national benefits. This agreement could significantly impact global supply chains and U.S.-Ukraine relations as the war in Eastern Europe continues.
The Trump administration is pursuing a streamlined minerals agreement with Ukraine after President Volodymyr Zelenskiy rejected an initial proposal granting the U.S. 50% control over Ukraine’s critical minerals. The administration aims to establish a basic pact quickly while leaving detailed negotiations for later. The deal is seen as a potential precursor to additional U.S. military aid or involvement in peace talks between Ukraine and Russia.
President Donald Trump strongly criticized the Biden administration’s handling of the Russia-Ukraine war, arguing that the conflict could have been prevented if the U.S. had stronger leadership. In a recent interview, Trump contrasted his administration’s foreign policy with those of his predecessors, asserting that Russia’s aggression significantly escalated under certain administrations while remaining in check during his presidency.
