Zelenskyy leaves White House without signing minerals deal

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy left the White House early after a tense meeting with President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance. No minerals deal was signed, and a planned press conference was canceled. The meeting became heated as Vance criticized Zelenskyy for his approach, while Zelenskyy defended Ukraine's situation. Trump expressed frustration, stating Zelenskyy was not ready for peace negotiations. Following the meeting, Trump posted that Zelenskyy disrespected the U.S. in the Oval Office. Zelenskyy later thanked U.S. officials for their support and emphasized Ukraine's need for lasting peace.