US-Ukraine rare earth minerals deal talks collapse

Talks between the US and Ukraine on a rare earth minerals deal have collapsed following a tense meeting between President Donald Trump, Vice-President J.D. Vance, and President Volodymyr Zelensky. A planned joint news conference and lunch were canceled. During the meeting, Trump criticized Zelensky for not being grateful for US support and claimed he holds "no cards" in negotiations. Vance accused Zelensky of disrespecting Trump and suggested he should be more appreciative of American efforts. Zelensky defended Ukraine's position, citing past failed diplomacy with Russia. The exchange highlighted deep tensions, ultimately leading to the breakdown of discussions on the minerals deal, which was intended to support Ukraine's war efforts against Russia.