Trump-Zelensky meeting ends without minerals deal signed
Talks between Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and U.S. President Donald Trump ended in chaos today. The meeting, intended to finalize a minerals deal, quickly devolved into a shouting match, with Trump and his deputy accusing Zelensky of ingratitude. Zelensky left the discussions early without signing the critical minerals agreement. Tensions escalated as Trump claimed Zelensky was "gambling with World War Three" and demanded gratitude for U.S. support. The planned press conference was canceled amid the turmoil. The meeting's breakdown marks a significant setback for Ukraine's efforts to secure U.S. backing in its conflict with Russia.