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Ukraine and the U.S. are negotiating an agreement where the U.S. would gain access to Ukrainian natural resources, particularly rare minerals.
In Exchange, the U.S. would provide continued support to Ukraine, likely in the form of security or military assistance.
U.S. officials are pressuring Ukraine to sign the deal, but Ukraine is concerned that the initial drafts don’t include important protections.
Ukrainian Deputy Prime Minister Olga Stefanishyna stated that most of the agreement's key details are close to being finalized.
President Zelenskyy wants concrete security guarantees from the U.S. in return for granting access to Ukrainian resources.
President Trump has demanded that Ukraine allow U.S. access to rare minerals as compensation for wartime aid provided under President Biden.
Stefanishyna hopes that the deal will be signed by both Zelenskyy and Trump in Washington, showcasing long-term commitment
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