U.S. Shifts Ukraine Stance Amid Ongoing Minerals Deal Negotiations
The U.S. sides with Russia at the UN, reflecting Trump's new approach to Ukraine, while Ukraine finalizes a minerals deal worth $500 billion for military aid.
Trump's White House has upended the transatlantic alliance, currying favour with Moscow and casting doubt on America's long-term commitment to European security.
US sides with Russia in UN resolutions on invasion of Ukraine
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Macron argued that it was a “lack of credibility on collective deterrence” after the 2014 peace deal that led to Putin’s February 2022 invasion of Ukraine.
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Macron emphasized the need for more than just a ceasefire in the war due to previous violations by Russia in 2014 and 2015 with regard to the Minsk Agreements.
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The big picture: While the meeting on the third anniversary of the Russian invasion of Ukraine was cordial, the peacekeepers deployment was about the only significant plan the two world leaders agreed during a bilateral meeting in the Oval Office.
Macron says alongside Trump peace "must not mean a surrender of Ukraine"
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Russia is one of the leading countries when it comes to rare metal reserves.
Russia says it’s open to economic cooperation with US on rare earth minerals and energy
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Macron Warns Ukraine Peace Can't Mean 'Surrender,' After Trump Talks
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Many of the titanium deposits were marked in northwestern Ukraine, far from the fighting, he said.
US in ‘Final Stages’ of Agreeing to Ukraine Minerals Deal: Kyiv
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A major American presence in the Ukrainian mineral industry would likely have a deterrent effect on Chinese investment there, which often brings with it malign Chinese government influence and propagation of communist ideology.
Ukraine Says Rare Earths Deal with Trump in 'Final Stages'
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Summary
Ukrainian officials reported nearing completion of a minerals deal with the U.S. to trade rare earth minerals for military aid amidst ongoing conflict with Russia. Concurrently, the U.S. has sided with Russia in UN votes marking the third anniversary of the invasion, demonstrating a shift in stance under the Trump administration. The U.S. voted against a European-drafted resolution condemning Russia and supporting Ukraine, a significant departure from previous foreign policy. French President Macron met with Trump to discuss security, reinforcing the need for peace but rejecting a weak agreement that would leave Ukraine vulnerable.
Perspectives
US has sided with Russia twice in UN votes concerning the Ukraine conflict, signaling a significant shift in the Biden administration's approach as they prioritize negotiation over condemnation of Moscow's actions.
French President Emmanuel Macron and President Trump discussed the necessity of a peacekeeping force to stabilize Ukraine following any peace agreement, acknowledging that a robust deal must not allow for Ukraine's surrender.
Despite Trump's past criticisms of European nations' non-engagement, there's a recognition that a united effort is essential for long-term security guarantees in the region, emphasizing the need for both US and European collaboration.
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