The Trump administration is making efforts to end the war in Ukraine, with Vice President JD Vance and Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent meeting with Ukrainian President Zelenskyy. Trump is pushing for a peace deal and access to rare Earth minerals in exchange for defense funding. Both Zelenskyy and Putin have opposing stances on territorial concessions.
Key Points
Vice President JD Vance and Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent meeting with Ukrainian President Zelenskyy
Trump pushing for access to rare Earth minerals in exchange for defense funding
Zelenskyy and Putin have opposing stances on territorial concessions
Pros
Efforts being made to end the war in Ukraine
Potential for peace deal negotiations
Cons
Opposing views on territorial concessions between Zelenskyy and Putin