Trump says Zelenskyy set to visit White House on Friday to sign minerals deal
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Trump Says Zelenskyy to Sign Ukraine Minerals Agreement on Friday
Above: Ukrainian Pres. Volodymyr Zelenskyy (L) on Feb. 12, 2025, and US Pres. Donald Trump (R) on Feb. 22, 2025. Image copyright: Tetiana Dzhafarova and Alex Wroblewski/Contributor/AFP via Getty Images
The Spin
Pro-Trump narrative
The US gives Ukraine billions in military aid every year. It's only right that the US gets something in return for these contributions and Trump will achieve this as part of his America First policy.
Pro-Ukraine narrative
This deal was struck to secure Ukraine's long-term security. Provisions agreed with the US make clear mention of ensuring Ukrainian safety and stability.
Pro-Russia narrative
The lion's share of Ukraine's rare-earth minerals lie in eastern areas that are no longer under Kyiv's control. Ukraine is making the US false promises in the hopes of continuing aid.