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Ukrainian President Zelenskyy announced that a framework economic deal with the U.S. is ready but still needs U.S. security guarantees, crucial for Ukraine's war with Russia.
The deal is a first step and must be ratified by Ukraine’s parliament, with final details to be decided in talks.
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The deal includes terms for U.S. access to Ukraine’s rare earth minerals and a fund for rebuilding Ukraine
Zelenskyy emphasized the importance of U.S. military support, especially with Trump signaling a need for something in return for U.S. aid.
Zelenskyy wants to know if the U.S. will continue military aid, whether Ukraine can buy weapons directly from the U.S., use frozen Russian assets, and whether sanctions on Russia will be lifted.
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