Zelensky leaves without finalizing minerals deal with U.S
U.S. President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky had a tense meeting at the White House, resulting in the cancellation of a minerals deal. Zelensky had aimed to secure U.S. support amid the ongoing war with Russia. During the meeting, Trump criticized Zelensky for being "disrespectful" and suggested he was unprepared for peace negotiations. The exchange turned heated, with Trump and Vice President JD Vance rebuking Zelensky for expressing concerns about Russia. Zelensky's visit was intended to strengthen ties and discuss security guarantees for Ukraine. The breakdown in talks raises questions about future U.S. support and the potential for a peace agreement with Russia.