Ukraine’s Zelenskyy declines US offer for half of mineral wealth, cites lack of security guarantees
Sunday, 16 February 2025 Ukraine's President Zelenskyy declined a US proposal to exchange support for 50% ownership of Ukraine's mineral wealth, citing lack of security guarantees in return. Zelenskyy rejected the agreement, emphasizing it prioritized US interests. The proposal involved minerals, oil, and gas resources, sparking criticism of colonial exploitation from European diplomats.
President Zelenskyy said any mineral exploitation by the US would need to be tied to security guarantees for Ukraine that would deter future Russian aggression.
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