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.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
“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.
Ukraine secures key concession: US removes stumbling block in rare earth minerals deal after months of tension
Ukrainian Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal announced that the US has agreed not to count past military and financial aid in the forthcoming agreement.
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.
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.
Ukrainian official denies that minerals deal turns past US aid into debt
The latest known version of the draft deal included a retroactive reclassification of the past US aid to Ukraine as a loan and repaying it.
“Antagonistic” tone marks US-Ukraine minerals deal talks, says Reuters source
US-Ukraine mineral talks deteriorate as Trump administration demands privileged resource access and control of Russian gas pipeline through Ukraine.
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.
Ukraine seeks changes to Trump’s proposed “lifetime-reparations” minerals deal
The proposed deal with Ukraine would place a US-majority board in charge of Ukrainian resources and reclassify US aid as loans.
Zelenskyy: Ukraine to consider US minerals deal if it’s linked to future aid
Earlier, Ukrainian officials denounce a US minerals agreement as a potential economic trap, warning the proposal could dramatically reshape Ukraine's sovereignty.
The Telegraph: New US mineral deal threatens Ukraine’s EU membership prospects
A proposed US-Ukraine mineral agreement threatens to transform Ukraine's economic autonomy, potentially sacrificing national resources in exchange for military support under highly restrictive terms.
Trump now wants entire Ukrainian resource revenue in updated minerals pact offer
The new deal requires Ukraine to repay all free US aid since 2022, plus pay 4% interest per year before it can access any profits. Zelenskyy says the terms keep changing.
FT: Ukraine’s officials call US minerals deal “robbery” as Washington expands demands
The draft agreement, reviewed by the Financial Times, expands Washington’s demands for control over Ukraine’s lucrative natural resources, granting the US a veto over a proposed investment fund and prioritizing its financial interests.
Ukrainian deputy slams minerals deal giving US exclusive resource rights on titanium and lithium
US-Ukraine minerals deal sparks controversy, granting Washington control over critical resources without security guarantees.
Trump: US edges closer to mineral deal with Ukraine, plans potential power plants ownership
US President Donald Trump announced that the US and Ukraine are nearing a significant agreement on mineral extraction and revenue sharing, while also discussing the potential involvement of American firms in owning Ukrainian power plants
Trump’s administration, Ukraine prepare signing of minerals deal amid aid freeze
Trump administration working to finalize Ukraine critical minerals agreement for announcement in Congressional address, even as military aid remains suspended following tense Oval Office clash.