Zelenskyy Open to Resignation for NATO Membership as U.S. Talks Intensify
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy offers to step down to facilitate NATO membership and peace, amid tense negotiations with the U.S. over military aid and mineral rights.
Zelenskyy willing to step down for NATO membership, seeks meeting with Trump
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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated he would resign if it meant Ukraine joining NATO and achieving peace. He also expressed concerns over U.S. negotiations requiring Ukraine to cede economic rights. Trump is pushing for a rare earth minerals deal, but Zelenskyy demands security guarantees. Tensions rise with Trump criticizing Zelenskyy’s leadership while seeking a peace agreement that includes Ukrainian input. Ongoing discussions highlight Ukraine's complex relationship with the U.S. amid the protracted war with Russia and potential European implications.
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The U.S. negotiations involve a proposal for Ukraine to grant access to its rare earth minerals in exchange for continued aid. Zelenskyy is cautious about this deal, emphasizing the need for security guarantees rather than just economic benefits.
The U.S. policy shift under Trump, including renewed diplomatic ties with Russia, has raised concerns in Ukraine about losing U.S. support and potentially being left vulnerable to future Russian aggression.
European leaders are actively involved in supporting Ukraine by planning visits to Washington to persuade Trump not to abandon Ukraine in pursuit of a peace deal. They also plan to meet with Zelenskyy to discuss security guarantees.
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