Why Trump Wants Ukrainian Minerals

The Trump administration is pushing Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky to hand over mineral rights worth hundreds of billions of dollars to the U.S. Zelensky said a deal is possible but he wants better terms. WSJ's James Marson explains why these minerals are so valuable and what this potential deal could mean for ending the war between Russia and Ukraine.

Further Listening:

- Trump2.0: Shaking Up Europe

- Ukraine's$30 Billion Problem

Further Reading:

- A Guide to U.S.-Russia Talks on Ending the War in Ukraine

- Ukraine’s Zelensky Wants Better Terms on Minerals Deal Demanded by Trump

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