World leaders are putting in significant efforts to bring an end to the war in Ukraine. Progress has been made, and developments are happening swiftly. President Trump and President Zelensky are set to sign a crucial agreement on Friday regarding mineral rights. This deal will see the United States gaining a share in the development of Ukraine’s rare earth elements. Trump stated that this involvement would serve as a form of reimbursement for the aid provided during the conflict. However, uncertainties linger regarding the timeline for extracting these resources and the actual transfer of profits to the United States.
Prime Minister Keir Starmer of the United Kingdom announced readiness to dispatch peacekeeping forces to Ukraine if necessary. He emphasized the UK’s commitment to maintaining peace by having personnel on the ground and aircraft in the air when required.
Trump expressed determination to tap into these resources despite acknowledging that it might take years to fully exploit them. Drawing an analogy to a utility company in New York, he mentioned the motto “Dig, we must,” highlighting the persistence needed in this endeavor.
During a friendly meeting, tensions briefly arose when a British journalist inquired about Trump’s proposal to annex Canada, potentially affecting King Charles III’s territorial sovereignty. Starmer skillfully deflected the question, stating that any perceived discord between the leaders was non-existent.
