Ukraine’s mineral riches have long been eyed by its allies. Now they may be Trump’s price for military aid
President Donald Trump wants Ukraine to trade “rare earths and other things” for continued American military and financial support.
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3 developments- Feb 3, 2025Trump Urges Trading Ukraine’s Rare Earth Minerals for More U.S. Aid
- Feb 4, 2025Ukraine’s mineral riches have long been eyed by its allies. Now they may be Trump’s price for military aid
- Feb 5, 2025Only center coverage:What are rare earth elements, and why does Trump want them from Ukraine?
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1 viewpointUkraine’s mineral riches have long been eyed by its allies. Now they may be Trump’s price for military aid
Trump Urges Trading Ukraine’s Rare Earth Minerals for More U.S. Aid
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4 viewpointsUkraine welcomes Trump offer to trade its minerals for military support
Trump suggests Ukraine’s rare minerals as condition for continued support
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2 viewpointsTrump wants ‘guarantee’ that US will get Ukraine’s rare earth minerals in exchange for aid: ‘Handing them money hand over fist’
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