Zelenskyy and Trump’s meeting halts mineral deal

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy left the White House without signing a rare Earth minerals deal after a heated exchange with President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance. Tensions arose over Zelenskyy's perceived lack of gratitude. Trump criticized Zelenskyy on social media, stating he disrespected the U.S. during the meeting. A White House spokesperson confirmed the agreement was not signed after Zelenskyy departed. Later, Zelenskyy expressed gratitude in a social media post but canceled a planned appearance at a conservative think tank. Uncertainty remains about the future of the mineral deal, with some officials questioning if it can be salvaged.