Trump, Vance Berate Zelensky in Tense White House Meeting
Negotiations between the US and Ukraine are underway for a natural resources agreement. The deal would create a joint US-Ukraine reconstruction investment fund, granting the US access to Ukraine’s substantial mineral reserves in exchange for investment. While President Trump claims an agreement is finalized, President Zelensky emphasizes its success depends on Trump’s actions and includes securing critical security guarantees for Ukraine. The agreement encompasses various natural resources, including minerals, oil, and gas, aiming to reduce US reliance on China for essential materials. Ukraine’s undeveloped resources necessitate significant foreign investment for extraction.
John Q. Hosedrinker