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Zelensky Rejects U.S. Minerals Deal Over EU Membership Concerns

3/29/2025

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky declared on March 28 that Ukraine will reject a minerals deal with the U.S. if it threatens its path to EU membership. The proposed agreement, which would give the U.S. control over Ukraine's natural resources, has sparked fears over economic independence. Zelensky insists that any arrangement must support Ukraine's EU ambitions.

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky declared on March 28 that Ukraine will reject a minerals deal with the U.S. if it threatens its path to EU membership. The proposed agreement, which would give the U.S. control over Ukraine's natural resources, has sparked fears over economic independence. Zelensky insists that any arrangement must support Ukraine's EU ambitions.