Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has announced that Ukraine is “ready to sign” a minerals agreement with the United States, calling it the “first step toward security guarantees.”
In a post on X, Zelenskyy stated, “We are ready to sign the minerals agreement, and it will be the first step toward security guarantees. But it’s not enough, and we need more than just that.” He added, “A ceasefire without security guarantees is dangerous for Ukraine. We’ve been fighting for three years, and the Ukrainian people need to know that America is on our side.”
This announcement followed a tense exchange between Zelenskyy and US President Donald Trump at the White House and a shortened visit to Washington on Friday. In response, world leaders expressed strong support for Ukraine and pledged to increase efforts to assist the nation.
Earlier in the day, Zelenskyy met with Britain’s King Charles III at Sandringham House. Expressing his gratitude, he wrote on X, “I am grateful to His Majesty King Charles III for the audience.”
He also held talks with Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni to develop a joint action plan for ending the war with a just and lasting peace. Describing the meeting as “productive,” Zelenskyy emphasized the importance of unity among Ukraine’s allies. “No one other than Putin is interested in the continuation and quick return of the war,” he wrote.
“Therefore, it is important to maintain unity around Ukraine and strengthen our country’s position in cooperation with our allies — the countries of Europe and the United States. Ukraine needs peace backed by robust security guarantees. I am grateful to Italy for its continued support and partnership in bringing peace in Ukraine closer,” he added.
