Tense White House Meeting with Ukrainian President

President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance chastised Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in a White House meeting, leading to a breakdown in negotiations over Ukraine’s rare earth minerals. The tense exchange highlighted the strained relationship between the United States and Ukraine under the Trump administration.

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer's Interview with NBC News

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer discusses the value of a certain approach in relation to minerals and acknowledges President Trump's argument in a new interview with NBC News' Lester Holt.

Russia's Invasion of Ukraine and Mineral Resources

The roots of Russia's invasion of Ukraine go back decades and run deep, with the current conflict representing a shift in the world order. Ukraine is in talks with the U.S. to provide valuable minerals in exchange for military aid to defend against Russia's advances.

Ukraine-US Mineral Deal

Kyiv and Washington are close to signing a deal on Ukraine's minerals, with the US demanding access to compensate for wartime aid. The agreement involves joint development of Ukraine's mineral wealth with revenues going to a shared fund. Trump administration's stance on the war and negotiations over a ceasefire have led to tensions between the two countries.

Rwanda-backed M23 Rebels Advancing in Eastern Congo

Rwanda-backed M23 rebels are advancing towards the city of Butembo in eastern Congo, threatening further instability in the region rich in minerals crucial for global technology. International pressure is increasing as the rebels expand their control in the area.

Conflict in Eastern Congo

Thousands from eastern Congo are fleeing conflict as the Rwandan-backed rebel group M23 takes over Goma, aiming to control Congo’s access to minerals.

Deadly Insurgency in the Democratic Republic of Congo

A deadly insurgency led by the rebel group M23 is escalating in the Democratic Republic of Congo, threatening to expand its control and potentially spiral into a larger conflict. The conflict is rooted in ethnic tensions and control over valuable minerals essential to technology. Western nations, especially the U.S., are monitoring the situation but have had a muted response, potentially allowing other global powers like China and Russia to gain influence in the region.