Vice President JD Vance is advocating for a U.S.-Ukraine critical minerals deal as a stronger deterrent against Russian President Vladimir Putin than an international security force proposed by key allies Britain and France. The deal would give the U.S. access to Ukraine’s strategic minerals, providing economic incentives and security guarantees. Vance argues that this is a more effective way to prevent future Russian aggression than relying on foreign troops.
The comments highlight the differing views between President Donald Trump and European leaders on how to secure peace in Ukraine post-conflict. While Trump sees the mineral deal as crucial, U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer insists that it is not enough on its own. Starmer and others are urging Trump to consider a U.S. backstop for European forces on the ground.
Despite a pause in U.S. assistance to Ukraine as Trump pressures President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to negotiate with Russia, the U.S. remains committed to strengthening ties with Ukraine through the mineral deal. Trump is expected to address this issue in his upcoming speech to Congress.
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