Trump Seeks Streamlined Minerals Deal with Ukraine
The Trump administration is exploring a simplified minerals deal with Ukraine to quickly establish a pact, allowing the US to potentially provide more military aid or facilitate peace talks between Ukraine and Russia. The move follows Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy's rejection of a detailed US proposal that would have granted Washington 50% ownership of Ukraine's critical minerals. A revised approach aims to sidestep legal and logistical hurdles, giving the US time to negotiate details later.
- This development reflects the Trump administration's willingness to adapt its approach to secure a deal, potentially setting a precedent for similar arrangements in the region.
- What are the long-term implications of the US seeking natural resource-for-aid swaps, particularly if other countries begin to follow suit?