Trump and Zelenskyy Finalize Rare Earth Minerals Deal for Revenue Sharing and Ukraine's Reconstruction

U.S. President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy have finalized a minerals deal, ratified by the Ukrainian Parliament under the Economic Partnership Agreement. The agreement focuses on the exploitation of rare earth minerals in Ukraine, with the U.S. set to benefit from the revenue generated from Ukraine's critical mineral reserves, while contributing to the country's reconstruction efforts through the Reconstruction Investment Fund. Trump has expressed intentions to discuss further details with Zelenskyy soon, following their recent telephone conversation where they also congratulated their nations on Victory in Europe Day. The deal is expected to strengthen ties between the U.S. and Ukraine, amidst ongoing geopolitical tensions. Zelenskyy has described the agreement as the most promising economic deal in Ukraine-U.S. relations, highlighting its potential for long-term economic collaboration and security cooperation.