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Ukraine submits multibillion-dollar weapons purchase list to US as Trump halts new aid for months

The weapons shopping list was handed directly to Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, with Patriot air defense systems forming a central component of the package.

byVira Kravchuk

Ukrainian President's Office Head Andrii Yermak (in the center). Photo: president.gov.ua

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Zelenskyy’s top man Yermak is “bipartisan irritator,” US insiders warn Politico

The Ukrainian President Office chief's abrasive style and vague agendas are testing US support for Ukraine at a fragile moment, sources told Politico.

byYuri Zoria

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NYT: Ukraine moves to open key lithium field under US-backed minerals deal

Kyiv takes early steps to activate its high-stakes resource agreement with Washington, signaling intent amid shifting US policy.

byYuri Zoria

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FT: Trump’s Ukraine minerals deal expected to yield no output before 2035

Kyiv ratified Trump’s mining accord, but analysts warn it’ll take a decade before any returns due to major logistical obstacles.

byYuri Zoria

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WP: Soviet-era maps, war risks stall US mineral projects in Ukraine

Experts say US access to Ukrainian resources remains years away due to security risks, damaged infrastructure, and a lack of modern geological surveys.

byYuri Zoria

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Reuters: US prepares fresh Russia sanctions but Trump’s approval remains uncertain

Sanctions on Russia prepared by US officials target natural resources and banking. Trump has not yet decided on deployment, sources say.

byYuri Zoria

Vance: Ukraine and Russia must make "land swaps" to end war

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JD Vance finally admits Russia’s war in Ukraine won’t end soon

Trump’s efforts to end the war by pressuring Ukraine to concede to Russia have so far proven futile.

byYuri Zoria

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EU plans 17th sanctions package against Russia over Ukraine invasion

French Foreign Minister Barrot says the EU will align both the substance and timing of its sanctions package with US efforts.

byYuri Zoria

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White House secures buyer designation rights over Ukrainian critical minerals not found in agreement published by Kyiv

The newly signed US-Ukrainian mineral deal is drawing concern over a clause granting the US first rights to purchase or resell Ukrainian resources, potentially giving Washington significant control over Ukraine's critical minerals market and the ability to sell them even to Russia.

byOlena Mukhina

The White House in Washington DC, illustrative image: Wikimedia Commons.

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“Rare triumph”: US-Ukraine mineral deal marks political victory for both sides amid peace efforts

Despite past setbacks, including the controversial Oval Office meeting, the new agreement signals a potential shift in Washington’s approach to the war in Ukraine.

byOlena Mukhina

Ukraine's Minister of Economy Yulia Svyrydenko (right) and US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent (left) signed an agreement to create a joint investment fund aimed at rebuilding Ukraine and attracting global investments to the country.

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US and Ukraine sign landmark minerals deal pushed by Trump to reimburse aid

Ukraine's Minister of Economy Yulia Svyrydenko claimed that a reconstruction investment fund will operate under an equal 50/50 management model, while some critics previously warned it gives the US more control over decisions.

byVira Kravchuk

US national security advisor, Mike Waltz.

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US Waltz labels Ukraine “one of the most corrupt” countries, criticizes minerals deal approach

US National Security Advisor once again reminded of a "missed opportunity" to sign the agreement during an Oval Office meeting, citing Zelenskyy's confrontational approach.

byVira KravchukandbyYana Olynets

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Trump demands Ukraine sign his minerals deal immediately

In his Truth Social post, he wrote that "hopefully" it will be signed "IMMEDIATELY" and linked progress to peace prospects.

byYuri Zoria

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No signing of Trump’s minerals deal expected this week, Ukraine’s Finance Minister says

Despite the US President’s announcement of a signing on Thursday, Ukraine’s Marchenko clarified that discussions on the deal are still underway.

byYuri Zoria

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Trump says he may “take a pass” within days on his futile efforts to freeze Russo-Ukrainian war

Meanwhile, US State Secretary Rubio said the US is nearing a decision on ending its role in Ukraine talks, declaring, “It’s not our war.”

byYuri Zoria

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Ukraine-US minerals deal talks to begin April 11-12 in Washington

President Zelenskyy insists on equal ownership of extraction revenues, and PM Shmyhal emphasizes constitutional compliance and EU commitment obligations.

byYuri Zoria

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.

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FT: Kyiv deploys lie detectors in hunt for source of “strange” US minerals deal leak

The leaked deal was lambasted by senior officials as extremely disadvantageous to Ukraine

byAlya Shandra

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Analysis

The US wants Ukraine’s minerals. The deal is worse than you think

It's not just about extracting lithium and titanium – it's about capturing the entire decision-making machinery of a sovereign state.

byKhusanboy Kotibjonov

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Daily review

Russo-Ukrainian war, day 1133: Russia halts mass drone attack overnight, ceasefire believed unlikely till 20 April, while Ukraine catches Russian propagandist

On 1 April, Russian forces launched only missiles, making a pause in massive drone strikes for the first time in 2025. On the battlefield, Russian forces are having difficulty capturing Ukrainian territory, marking their slowest progress in months. However, military experts doubt that complete ceasefire between Ukraine and Russian will be reached in three weeks.

byEuromaidan Press Staff

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Ukrainian Foreign Minister Sybiha says Ukraine is discussing minerals deal with U.S.

Ukraine's Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha says that Ukraine has already begun consultations regarding the text of the mineral…

byLesia Dubenko