Trump and Zelensky finalize minerals deal today

U.S. President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky are meeting today to finalize a deal for U.S. involvement in Ukraine's mineral industry. This agreement, however, does not include specific American security guarantees for Ukraine. The deal aims to open Ukraine's mineral resources to the U.S., with Ukraine contributing half of the revenues to a joint reconstruction fund. The exact value of the deal remains unclear, and Zelensky has expressed concerns about long-term debt. This meeting marks a shift in U.S. support for Ukraine, as Trump seeks to improve relations with Russia. Zelensky hopes the agreement will encourage Trump to bolster Ukraine's defense efforts amid ongoing conflict with Russia.