Trump seeks 50% share of Ukraine's mineral revenues for peace deal with Russia

Donald Trump is seeking a 50% share of Ukraine's mineral revenues and veto rights over licensing in exchange for US security guarantees in a potential peace deal with Russia. This marks a shift from previous statements about Ukraine compensating the US with access to its rare earth minerals. Newly leaked documents suggest a broader agreement could include US access to Ukraine's ports, infrastructure, and energy resources. President Volodymyr Zelensky has expressed willingness to negotiate a deal involving US investment in Ukraine's mineral development. The proposed contract outlines a joint investment fund to prevent hostile parties from benefiting from Ukraine's reconstruction. It also grants the US first refusal on future mineral licenses and a share of revenues from resource extraction.