US Signs Historic Deal That Gives It Access to Ukraine's Natural Resources
Ukraine and the US signed a deal heavily promoted by US President Donald Trump that will give the United States preferential access to new Ukrainian minerals deals and fund investment in Ukraine's reconstruction.
The two countries signed the accord in Washington after months of negotiations.
The agreement is central to Kyiv's efforts to mend ties with Trump and the White House, which frayed after he took office in January. Ukrainian officials have hoped that the deal would ensure continued US support for Ukraine's defence against Russia.