Trump administration explores new minerals deal with Ukraine after previous proposal rejection

The Trump administration is considering a simplified minerals deal with Ukraine after President Zelenskiy rejected a previous proposal that would have given the U.S. half of Ukraine's critical minerals. The new approach aims to establish a quick agreement while negotiating detailed terms later. Trump's envoy, Keith Kellogg, is in Kyiv to discuss the revised pact. Zelenskiy expressed the need for constructive cooperation, while Trump criticized Zelenskiy's rejection of the earlier deal, claiming it breached an agreement. The U.S. seeks to secure mineral concessions worth $500 billion in exchange for military aid. The new strategy aims to avoid legal hurdles and allow for future negotiations on revenue sharing, reflecting a shift in how the U.S. engages in resource-for-aid agreements.