Trump, Zelenskyy prep to sign minerals deal before address to Congress: Report


Volodymyr Zelenskyy described his recent Oval Office meeting with President Donald Trump as "regrettable," saying it did not go as expected.

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  • President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy could sign a minerals agreement prior to Trump’s address to Congress. This comes after a tense Oval Office meeting between the two leader on Feb. 28.
  • Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy called his meeting with Trump “regrettable” in a post on X, reiterating Ukraine’s commitment to peace.
  • Prior to Zelenskyy’s statement, Trump paused U.S. military aid to Ukraine, saying it will remain on hold until Zelenskyy demonstrates commitment to negotiations.

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President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy could have a minerals agreement signed before Trump addresses Congress Tuesday night, March 4, according to four sources who spoke to Reuters. This comes after the two leaders had a tense meeting in the Oval Office on Friday, Feb. 28.

The announcement comes just hours after Zelenskyy posted a statement on X that described his recent Oval Office meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump as “regrettable,” saying it did not go as expected.

Zelenskyy reaffirmed Ukraine’s commitment to peace and its willingness to negotiate an end to the conflict.

Ukraine ready to negotiate peace

In a statement on X, Zelenskyy emphasized the importance of constructive future cooperation. During Friday’s meeting, Trump and Vice President JD Vance sharply criticized Zelenskyy, accusing Ukraine of “gambling with World War III.”

Despite the tense exchange, Zelenskyy stated that Ukraine is prepared to come to the negotiating table as soon as possible to achieve a lasting peace.

Reuters’ report suggests Trump has welcomed Zelenskyy back to the table to sign the minerals agreement that was scheduled to be signed Friday.

Ukraine wants to sign minerals agreement, proposes ceasefire

Zelenskyy addressed the minerals and security agreement that was expected to be signed last week but was delayed following the heated meeting. He stated that Ukraine is ready to finalize the deal at any time.

The Ukrainian president also outlined a phased ceasefire plan, which includes the release of prisoners, a ban on missile strikes and long-range drone attacks, and a halt to attacks on civilian infrastructure. However, he emphasized that these actions would require Russia to reciprocate.

Trump pauses military aid to Ukraine

Trump ordered a pause on U.S. military aid to Ukraine on Monday, March 3. His administration stated that the halt will remain in place until Trump is convinced Zelenskyy is committed to peace talks. This decision places additional pressure on Ukraine to engage in negotiations under terms dictated by the U.S.

It remains unclear how Trump will respond to Zelenskyy’s latest statement or whether the military aid pause will be lifted.

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Bias comparison

  • Media outlets on the left emphasize Zelenskyy's proactive approach to peace, describing the meeting with Trump as "regrettable" and suggesting disappointment in their interaction.
  • Not enough coverage from media outlets in the center to provide a bias comparison.
  • Media outlets on the right highlight Zelenskyy's confrontation with Trump, framing it as "regrettable" while detailing potential steps for negotiation, thereby indicating a shared message of readiness.

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Key points from the Left

  • Ukraine is ready to negotiate for lasting peace, according to President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
  • Zelenskyy described the meeting with President Donald Trump as "regrettable" and noted it did not proceed as planned.
  • Zelenskyy expressed that Ukraine is ready to sign a deal on minerals that was postponed due to the meeting.
  • The peace agreement plan proposed by Zelenskyy is similar to that of French President Emmanuel Macron.

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Key points from the Center

No summary available because of a lack of coverage.

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Key points from the Right

  • Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy called his recent confrontation with President Trump "regrettable" and expressed willingness to negotiate peace with Russia.
  • Zelenskyy stated that Ukraine is ready to work under Trump's "strong leadership" for a lasting resolution.
  • He suggested initial steps toward peace could include a prisoner release and a ban on missile attacks, contingent on Russia's agreement.
  • British Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer praised Zelenskyy's commitment to achieving peace and emphasized that "no one wanted peace more than Ukraine."

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Volodymyr Zelenskyy described his recent Oval Office meeting with President Donald Trump as "regrettable," saying it did not go as expected.

Full story

  • President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy could sign a minerals agreement prior to Trump’s address to Congress. This comes after a tense Oval Office meeting between the two leader on Feb. 28.
  • Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy called his meeting with Trump “regrettable” in a post on X, reiterating Ukraine’s commitment to peace.
  • Prior to Zelenskyy’s statement, Trump paused U.S. military aid to Ukraine, saying it will remain on hold until Zelenskyy demonstrates commitment to negotiations.

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President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy could have a minerals agreement signed before Trump addresses Congress Tuesday night, March 4, according to four sources who spoke to Reuters. This comes after the two leaders had a tense meeting in the Oval Office on Friday, Feb. 28.

The announcement comes just hours after Zelenskyy posted a statement on X that described his recent Oval Office meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump as “regrettable,” saying it did not go as expected.

Zelenskyy reaffirmed Ukraine’s commitment to peace and its willingness to negotiate an end to the conflict.

Ukraine ready to negotiate peace

In a statement on X, Zelenskyy emphasized the importance of constructive future cooperation. During Friday’s meeting, Trump and Vice President JD Vance sharply criticized Zelenskyy, accusing Ukraine of “gambling with World War III.”

Despite the tense exchange, Zelenskyy stated that Ukraine is prepared to come to the negotiating table as soon as possible to achieve a lasting peace.

Reuters’ report suggests Trump has welcomed Zelenskyy back to the table to sign the minerals agreement that was scheduled to be signed Friday.

Ukraine wants to sign minerals agreement, proposes ceasefire

Zelenskyy addressed the minerals and security agreement that was expected to be signed last week but was delayed following the heated meeting. He stated that Ukraine is ready to finalize the deal at any time.

The Ukrainian president also outlined a phased ceasefire plan, which includes the release of prisoners, a ban on missile strikes and long-range drone attacks, and a halt to attacks on civilian infrastructure. However, he emphasized that these actions would require Russia to reciprocate.

Trump pauses military aid to Ukraine

Trump ordered a pause on U.S. military aid to Ukraine on Monday, March 3. His administration stated that the halt will remain in place until Trump is convinced Zelenskyy is committed to peace talks. This decision places additional pressure on Ukraine to engage in negotiations under terms dictated by the U.S.

It remains unclear how Trump will respond to Zelenskyy’s latest statement or whether the military aid pause will be lifted.

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Bias comparison

  • Media outlets on the left emphasize Zelenskyy's proactive approach to peace, describing the meeting with Trump as "regrettable" and suggesting disappointment in their interaction.
  • Not enough coverage from media outlets in the center to provide a bias comparison.
  • Media outlets on the right highlight Zelenskyy's confrontation with Trump, framing it as "regrettable" while detailing potential steps for negotiation, thereby indicating a shared message of readiness.

Media landscape

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255 total sources

Key points from the Left

  • Ukraine is ready to negotiate for lasting peace, according to President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
  • Zelenskyy described the meeting with President Donald Trump as "regrettable" and noted it did not proceed as planned.
  • Zelenskyy expressed that Ukraine is ready to sign a deal on minerals that was postponed due to the meeting.
  • The peace agreement plan proposed by Zelenskyy is similar to that of French President Emmanuel Macron.

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Key points from the Center

No summary available because of a lack of coverage.

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Key points from the Right

  • Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy called his recent confrontation with President Trump "regrettable" and expressed willingness to negotiate peace with Russia.
  • Zelenskyy stated that Ukraine is ready to work under Trump's "strong leadership" for a lasting resolution.
  • He suggested initial steps toward peace could include a prisoner release and a ban on missile attacks, contingent on Russia's agreement.
  • British Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer praised Zelenskyy's commitment to achieving peace and emphasized that "no one wanted peace more than Ukraine."

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Other (sources without bias rating):

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