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US and Ukraine Sign Minerals Deal – ‘No State Who Financed Russian War Machine Will Benefit From Reconstruction’
Ukraine retains full control over subsoil resources, infrastructure and natural assets. While Trump sill objects to NATO membership, the agreement will not hinder Ukraine’s path toward EU membership.
May 1, 2025
Ukraine
New US-Ukraine Mineral Deal Includes 50/50 Revenue Split, Military Aid Option
Ukraine is set to sign a pivotal resource agreement with the US that preserves full ownership of resources, excludes debt obligations, and launches a 50/50 investment fund for reconstruction.
April 30, 2025
Ukraine
Kyiv Set to Sign Long-Delayed Minerals Deal With US on Wednesday
The deal will see Kyiv and Washington jointly invest in Ukraine’s rich but underdeveloped resources through a 50/50 fund, a Ukrainian official said.
Updated: April 30, 2025
Top News
FACT CHECK: US National Security Advisor Waltz Pushes Alternate Facts on Ukraine
Former green beret Waltz told Fox News and its viewers a pair of tall tales about Ukraine, the first about corruption and second about a mineral development deal Trump wants Kyiv to sign.
April 29, 2025
War in Ukraine
US Mineral Deal to Omit Repayment Terms – Ukrainian PM
Ukrainian Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal said Kyiv has communicated its “red lines” to Washington and hinted at progress with the resource deal.
April 28, 2025
Ukraine
Bessent Says US, Ukraine Should Sign Minerals Deal ‘As Soon as Possible’
Trump administration keeps up the pressure on Ukraine - demands conclusion of a minerals deal
April 24, 2025
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ANALYSIS: Déjà Vu: Why Ukrainians Are So Wary of Treaties and Deals
As American negotiators try to strike a ceasefire deal between Russia and Ukraine, on top of a resource deal with Kyiv, they face the weight of a history they can scarcely process.
April 20, 2025
Ukraine
OPINION: The US’s Despicable Betrayal: Forcing Ukraine to Its Knees Amid Russian Onslaught
The Trump administration is pursuing a strategy straight out of an extortionist’s manual. But it’s a protection racket without any commitment to protect.
April 19, 2025
Kyiv
Kyiv Publishes Full Text of Resource Deal Memorandum
The text not only retains many of the elements seen in previously leaked iterations but also includes additional sections about Ukraine’s EU bid and specific actions to be taken.
April 18, 2025
Ukraine
Ukraine PM to Visit Washington Next Week for Resource Deal Talks
According to a copy of a one-page “memorandum of intent” signed by both countries, the two sides “aim” to complete discussions by April 26 and sign the final agreement “as soon as possible”.
April 18, 2025
Zelensky
‘Very Beneficial for Both’ – US, Ukraine Sign Memo of Intent on Resources
Svyrydenko called it “an effective tool for attracting investments in the reconstruction of our country”. A final agreement on sharing revenues from Ukraine’s natural resources is expected next week.
April 18, 2025
Zelensky
Zelensky Says ‘Good Progress’ in Minerals Talks With US
Kyiv and Washington had planned to sign a deal on extracting Ukraine’s strategic minerals, until a clash between Trump and Zelensky in February temporarily derailed work on the agreement.
April 17, 2025
Ukraine
Ukraine, US Claim Progress on Critical Minerals Deal
Kyiv announced major progress with the US on a critical minerals agreement, aimed at boosting investment and economic growth.
April 16, 2025
War in Ukraine
Ukraine-US Hold ‘Constructive’ Talks on Minerals Deal: Official to AFP
The official said they could not give details of the meeting but said it was “technical” and focused “mainly on legal issues” to do with the wording and “what conditions are more effective”.
April 15, 2025
Ukraine
Kyiv-White House Mineral Deal Negotiations Set for Friday, April 11
Deputy Prime Minister/Minister of Justice Olha Stefanishyna said Ukraine’s negotiation team must balance second draft proposals by the Trump White House with Ukraine’s national interests.
April 10, 2025
Zelensky
‘You Want 50/50? Let’s Invest 50/50’ – Zelensky Shares Thoughts on Parity in Resources Deal
Zelensky criticizes the US Treasury Secretary’s “approach,” saying he felt like Scott Bessent was treating him like the leader of a “third-rate country.”
April 10, 2025