Alright, folks, buckle up because this is a big one. We’re talking about Ukraine, the U.S., Trump, and a minerals deal that could reshape the entire dynamic of American involvement in Eastern Europe. Yeah, it’s that serious.
So here’s the situation—Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is gearing up for high-stakes negotiations with the U.S. over security guarantees and financial aid. He’s expected to fly to Washington, D.C., on Friday, where he’ll meet with President Donald Trump to finalize a minerals deal. But let’s be clear—this isn’t just about minerals. This is about power, influence, and what happens next in the ongoing conflict with Russia.
Now, Ukraine has been working on a “preliminary framework” for this agreement, trying to secure some level of U.S. backing in exchange for access to its valuable natural resources. But here’s the kicker—Trump has already made it clear that he’s not willing to offer Ukraine any major security guarantees. “We’re going to have Europe do that,” he said. Translation? The U.S. is stepping back, and Trump wants Europe to take the lead in securing Ukraine’s future.
Despite that, Zelenskyy is pushing hard, calling U.S. support “crucial” and warning that without American security guarantees, “nothing will work.” He’s not wrong—without solid backing, Ukraine risks being left vulnerable as the war drags on. Zelenskyy is trying to ensure that Ukraine isn’t left in the cold, saying his team is “working to ensure that Ukrainian positions are protected under any circumstances.”
Umm, it’s fair to say that the talks didn’t go well:
Watch this carefully. Very important.
pic.twitter.com/wdM3XdbrH1— Elon Musk (@elonmusk) February 28, 2025
And let’s talk about this minerals deal, because it’s a big one. Trump’s administration is all in on making sure the U.S. benefits from Ukraine’s natural resources, but Kyiv has managed to negotiate better terms. Remember that eye-popping $500 billion Trump originally demanded? Yeah, that’s gone. Instead, Ukraine will now contribute 50% of all revenue from its natural resources into a fund that will be jointly owned by the U.S. and Ukraine. That means Ukraine keeps more control over its own assets while still securing American investment.
The deal covers some major resources—oil, natural gas, minerals, and even infrastructure like LNG terminals and ports. This is about more than just money—it’s about securing energy dominance, and Trump sees it as a way for America to recoup some of the wartime aid it has already sent Ukraine.
NEW: The White House is having press staffers eat President Zelensky’s lunch after he was kicked out of the Oval Office, according to Fox News.
“Zelensky, we’re told, was begging to stay…”
“The lunch that they were supposed to have is sitting right outside the hallway, and… pic.twitter.com/5I8Lc8sKBi
— Collin Rugg (@CollinRugg) February 28, 2025
Bottom line? This isn’t just a handshake over some mineral rights. This is a high-stakes geopolitical play that could determine the future of U.S.-Ukraine relations—and Ukraine’s survival. Stay tuned, because Friday’s meeting could change everything.
