Vice President Vance has come under fire for suggesting that a proposal for European peacekeepers in Ukraine would be ineffective against further Russian aggression. He contends that a minerals deal with the U.S. would be a stronger security guarantee for Ukraine, offering economic benefits and contributing to U.S. interest in Ukraine’s sovereignty. The discussion follows a recent tense meeting with Ukrainian President Zelenskyy and hints at ongoing negotiations over this critical minerals agreement, which Zelenskyy expresses readiness to finalize swiftly.
If you want real security guarantees, if you want to actually ensure that Vladimir Putin does not invade Ukraine again, the very best security guarantee is to give Americans economic upside in the future of Ukraine.
I think the president is still committed to the mineral deal. I think we've heard some positive things, but not yet, of course, the signature from our friends in Ukraine.
Regarding the agreement on minerals and security, Ukraine is ready to sign it in any time and in any convenient format.
We see this agreement as a step toward greater security and solid security guarantees, and I truly hope it will work effectively.
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