Brief by Shorts91NewsDesk / 06:21am on 26 Feb 2025,Wednesday International
Ukraine and the U.S. have agreed on a draft minerals deal, crucial for Kyiv's strategy to secure U.S. backing in its ongoing war with Russia. The deal will open Ukraine's vast mineral resources to the U.S. without offering specific security guarantees. Although President Trump has emphasized the U.S. will benefit financially, some European allies are concerned about the lack of security assurances for Ukraine. Trump, who wants to end the war quickly, has suggested peacekeeping troops might be needed. The minerals deal could reinvest revenues into Ukraine’s development, providing long-term economic support.
