Russia advances on Ukraine's lithium deposit as Trump proposes mineral deal

Russian forces are advancing towards a major lithium deposit in Ukraine, located near the Shevchenko site in Donetsk. This area is crucial for its mineral wealth, with Russia already controlling significant resources in Ukraine. U.S. President Donald Trump has proposed a deal for Ukraine to provide critical minerals in exchange for military support. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has expressed interest in negotiations, but the ongoing conflict complicates the situation. As Russia gains ground, it is increasingly positioned to control Ukraine's natural resources. The Kremlin has downplayed Trump's proposal, suggesting that Ukraine's resources are already under threat due to the war.