Washington: US President Donald Trump on Friday told Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky that a truce with Russia is "fairly close", while assuring that the newly signed US-Ukraine minerals deal would be "very fair."
Key Points:
- US Access to Ukraine’s Resources: The deal allows the US to exploit rare-earth and other critical minerals in Ukraine.
- Post-War Recovery Plan: The agreement is part of a broader effort to help Ukraine rebuild after a potential ceasefire with Russia.
- Diplomatic Talks: Zelensky met with Trump at the White House ahead of the deal signing.
Trump’s comments signal a possible breakthrough in the ongoing war, though no official timeline for a ceasefire has been confirmed.