The original terms, which President Trump framed as a way for Ukraine to repay the US for military and financial aid since Russia’s 2022 invasion, were met with fierce backlash.
The deal - said to be worth up to $500billion - is seen as a way for Ukraine to get the US back on its side ahead of talks on ending the war with Russia.
Since taking to office in January however, Trump has dramatically shifted Washington’s approach and has held direct talks with Russia without involving Ukraine or European allies.
VOLODYMYR Zelensky has confirmed he will meet Donald Trump in Washington to sign a historic minerals deal with the US.
And then after it, we will be able to think of the next steps,” a Ukrainian official told the FT. Trump and Zelensky's upcoming meeting will have the eyes of the world watching with the two leaders sharing a turbulent relationship for years.
