Zelenskyy rejected U.S. minerals deal twice before meeting

U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent disclosed that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy rejected a minerals deal with the U.S. twice before a recent meeting with President Trump. The deal involved significant U.S. aid in exchange for Ukrainian resources. The meeting turned tense, leading to Zelenskyy being escorted out of the White House. Bessent described the situation as a major diplomatic failure for Zelenskyy, who had previously expressed reluctance to finalize the agreement. Following the meeting, Trump criticized Zelenskyy on social media, stating he was "not ready for Peace." Zelenskyy later thanked the U.S. for its support and emphasized Ukraine's commitment to achieving lasting peace.