Zelenskyy leaves Oval Office without signing minerals deal

U.S. President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy had a heated meeting in the Oval Office, resulting in Zelenskyy leaving without signing a crucial minerals deal. Trump criticized Zelenskyy for his approach to negotiations and suggested he was not in a strong position. The meeting was intended to secure U.S. support for Ukraine amid ongoing conflict with Russia. Trump had previously indicated that signing the minerals deal was essential for future U.S. assistance, but tensions escalated, preventing any agreement. Zelenskyy had aimed to gain U.S. backing for Ukraine's security and reconstruction efforts. The proposed deal would have established a joint investment fund, but Zelenskyy insisted on security guarantees before agreeing to U.S. access to Ukraine's resources.