US-Ukraine Deal to Tap Natural Resources Amidst Tensions

Officials in Ukraine and the Trump administration have announced they are nearing a deal that would grant the United States revenue from Ukraine's vast natural resources. These resources include valuable minerals such as titanium, lithium, rare earth elements, as well as oil, and natural gas.

According to a draft agreement reviewed by The New York Times, the proposed deal involves the establishment of a U.S.-controlled fund designed to receive revenue from Ukraine's natural resource sector. However, it is important to note that the agreement does not include any formal security guarantees for Ukraine.