President Donald Trump reversed course and acknowledged that Russia had invaded Ukraine, mentioning that a minerals agreement with the United States could help end the war. There are concerns that Ukraine could be forced into a peace deal favoring Putin, while the U.S. proposed a UN resolution to mark the third anniversary of the invasion.
Key Points
Trump reverses course and acknowledges Russia's invasion of Ukraine
Mentions potential minerals agreement with Ukraine
U.S. proposes UN resolution marking the third anniversary of the invasion
Pros
Acknowledgment of Russia's invasion can lead to diplomatic progress
Minerals agreement could potentially aid in ending the conflict
Cons
Concerns that Ukraine may be pressured into a peace deal favoring Russia
Tensions between the U.S. and Ukraine regarding mineral wealth demands