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.
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Trump’s mineral deal demands higher GDP share from Ukraine than Germany’s WWI reparations
A leaked contract reveals Trump’s demand for a $500 billion "payback" from Ukraine for previous aid, granting the US economic control, as per The Telegraph.
Ukraine rejects US proposal demanding half of its mineral resources
The Trump administration sought 50% of Ukraine’s minerals as compensation for past donated aid, but Kyiv refused, demanding security assurances.
US Republican lawmaker proposes reauthorizing lend-lease for Ukraine
Rep. Wilson wants to reintroduce the lend-lease act to give President Trump authorities to send "war-winning weapons" to Ukraine to deter "war criminal" Putin.
Trump claims Ukraine “essentially agreed” to give US access to its rare earth minerals
Trump insisted that US access to Ukraine’s resources must be guaranteed, regardless of possible peace talks with Russia, citing America’s alleged $300 billion contribution.
Reuters: US weapons shipments to Ukraine paused briefly before weekend restart
Trump administration debates Ukraine aid policy, briefly pausing support as White House factions clash over military assistance, while Biden-approved shipments continue.
Trump wants Ukraine’s rare earth minerals in exchange for continued aid
The US President said he's seeking a deal where Ukraine secures US military and economic support with "their rare earth and other things."
Zelenskyy warns against Ukraine’s exclusion from US-Russia peace talks
Also, after Rubio's claim that the war had set Ukraine back 100 years, Zelenskyy invited him to visit and witness Russia’s destruction and Kyiv’s resilience firsthand.
Politico: Ukraine hopes Putin’s behavior will turn Trump against Russia
Trump and Ukraine differ sharply on ending the Russo-Ukrainian war, with conflicting views on what outcomes are realistic.
US diplomats seek Ukraine exemption from Rubio’s aid freeze
US officials push for Ukraine exemption from broad foreign aid suspension, affecting development programs amid the ongoing review expected to last 85 days.
Zelenskyy says 4,000 North Korean troops killed in Kursk Oblast out of 12,000 deployed
Ukrainian forces created a buffer zone near Sumy through Kursk operation in Russia while facing pressure on theeastern front amid aid delays.
Trump orders 90-day pause on US foreign assistance programs, Kyiv says it doesn’t affect Ukraine aid (updated)
A Ukrainian official says Trump's executive order does not apply to military assistance to Ukraine.
Trump can be pro-Ukrainian if properly motivated, Ukraine’s ex-President Poroshenko believes
Drawing from his experience of Oval Office discussion in 2017, Poroshenko believes Ukraine "needs to learn to speak in a language Trump understands."
Ukrainian forces master American V-BAT drone system
Shield AI's MQ-35A V-BAT system enhances reconnaissance operations with EW resistance, AI, and thermal imaging capabilities.
US prepares air defense and F-16 ammunition in latest Ukraine aid tranche
The new $500 million military aid package for Ukraine includes air defense missiles, ammunition and specialized equipment for F-16s.
Several billion dollars in Ukraine aid to remain unused by Biden team
"There will be a few billion dollars in authority left for the incoming administration to decide what they decide to do with that remaining authority," Singh said.
AP: US prepares $ 1.25 billion military package for Ukraine before transition
Sources said the shipment will include air defense systems and artillery rounds.
Biden orders continued surge in weapons deliveries to Ukraine after Russia’s Christmas attacks
Outgoing US President Biden condemns the Russian aerial assault on Ukrainian infrastructure.
US delivers first $ 1 billion from frozen Russian asset proceeds to Ukraine
This marks the first time frozen Russian assets have been used to support Ukraine's state budget.
Zelenskyy plans to discuss US aid with Trump after inauguration, emphasizes importance of US-EU unity
The US President-elect said earlier that he intends to cut US aid for Ukraine.
