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.
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“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.
CNN: What we know about Trump’s proposed Ukraine minerals agreement
The US President announced a "very big deal" giving US access to Ukraine's critical minerals through a joint investment fund, though Ukraine's leader Zelenskyy expressed caution.
Duda: European minerals deal could compete with US agreement, while offering security guarantees for Kyiv
European security guarantees could accompany a potential minerals agreement with Ukraine, distinguishing it from the American alternative while competition between the two powers could benefit Kyiv's negotiating position.
Russo-Ukrainian War, day 1098: US-Russia talks proceed without Ukraine at table
Meanwhile, Russia continues to reject any ceasefire that doesn't involve Ukraine's full capitulation.
European Commission refutes Politico report on new minerals deal offer for Ukraine
Officials deny proposing a new minerals deal to Ukraine, citing a 2021 cooperation memorandum as the existing framework.
EU offers Ukraine “win-win” minerals deal as alternative to Trump’s demands
The EU proposed Ukraine a mutually beneficial agreement, opposing Trump who pursues Ukrainian resource rights, claiming the US deserves compensation for its free military aid.
Poland secures Ukraine’s vital Starlink access, says “cannot imagine” service cut-off
Ukraine's access to critical Starlink satellite internet services, which have been essential for military coordination and civilian needs since the beginning of Russia's all-out war, may be at risk as US negotiators suggest cutting off the service if Kyiv refuses to grant access to its strategically important mineral resources.
“Attitude toward us as colony is offensive”: Ukraine wants to sign fair mineral deal but resists US pressure
The US administration's push for a $500 billion mineral resources deal with Ukraine has met resistance in Kyiv, as officials balance the need for security guarantees and fair terms.
Axios: US offers Ukraine “improved” minerals deal after Trump-Zelenskyy clash
This comes after Ukraine previously refused to immediately sign terms granting the US 50% of revenues from its trillion-dollar reserves. Sources say now a deal is more likely.
Reuters: Trump administration may seek simplified minerals deal with Ukraine
Trump’s push for a minerals deal follows Zelenskyy’s rejection of an initial proposal offering the US 50% of Ukraine’s critical resources.
