Trump's 'rare' price for US military aid to Ukraine called 'fair' by Zelenskyy
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Zelenskyy Says He's Ready to Make a Deal with Trump Over Rare Earths and Minerals
Above: Ukrainian Pres. Volodymyr Zelenskyy pictured on Feb. 6, 2025, in Kyiv, Ukraine. Image copyright: Yan Dobronosov/Global Images Ukraine/Contributor via Getty Images
The Spin
Pro-Trump narrative
The US gives Ukraine billions in military aid every year. It's only right that the US gets something in return for these contributions and Trump will achieve this as part of his America First policy.
Pro-Ukraine narrative
Ukraine is prepared to strike a deal on rare-earth minerals as long as it ensures the country receives the security it needs. These resources will not be given away but will be part of a mutually beneficial deal.
Pro-Russia narrative
The lion's share of Ukraine's rare-earth minerals lie in eastern areas that are no longer under Kyiv's control. Ukraine is making the US false promises in the hopes of continuing aid.