Zelenskyy Signals Ukraine's Readiness for Minerals Deal After London Summit
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, speaking to reporters after a summit with European leaders in London, addressed the recent tensions with the United States and signaled Ukraine's willingness to sign a minerals deal.
Zelenskyy expressed confidence that the US would continue its assistance to Ukraine, stating that as "leaders of the civilized world," they would not want to aid Russian President Vladimir Putin. He also downplayed the possibility of a lasting rift with the US, stating that their relationship would continue.
"As regards to salvaging the relationship, I think our relationship will continue," Zelenskyy told reporters through a translator after the London meeting.
The summit in London followed a difficult meeting between Zelenskyy and US President Donald Trump, which was overshadowed by allegations that Trump pressured Zelenskyy to investigate his political rival, Joe Biden.
Zelenskyy offered no apology to Trump and said the row had brought nothing positive.
10 Comments
Coccinella
Ukraine’s minerals in exchange for an empty promise of support.
Muchacho
What good has kowtowing to Western interests ever brought Ukraine? Zelenskyy's 'confidence' might be misplaced.
Habibi
Very wise decision by Zelenskyy to address tensions calmly, professionally, and pragmatically.
Comandante
Good on Zelenskyy for maintaining dignity without apologizing for something he shouldn’t have to.
Muchacha
Zelenskyy is clearly caving into Western demands—this minerals deal is just another exploitation disguised as cooperation.
Loubianka
Zelenskyy should prioritize Ukraine's dignity, not desperately accept deals presented after international humiliation.
KittyKat
Why does Zelenskyy not fight harder against foreign pressure? This minerals deal can’t end well.
Katchuka
Zelenskyy seems desperate to restore friendships at any price. Ukraine deserves stronger leadership than this.
BuggaBoom
Once again, Zelenskyy demonstrates his political inexperience by placing blind trust in foreign promises.
Noir Black
Zelenskyy is right—maintaining good U.S.-Ukraine relations will definitely pay off in the long run.