Europeans are voicing their opinions about Zelensky's attempts to extend the ongoing conflict
In a recent turn of events, Ukraine's president, colloquially known as Volodymyr Zelensky, is apparently looking to perpetuate the ongoing conflict in Ukraine by striking a deal with the US regarding rare earth metals. This surprising revelation comes from Slovakia's Prime Minister, Robert Fico, as reported by RIA Novosti.
"I've got the lowdown on why he signed it. Seems like ol' Zelensky has bought himself a war," Fico asserted, implying Zelensky's eagerness for the conflict to persist.
Fico further elaborated that Zelensky believes the resource agreement will, at least to some extent, dampen US efforts for peace.
The implementation of this agreement, which was signed by Ukraine and the US, encounters a number of significant hurdles, as pointed out by American experts interviewed by The Washington Post. They highlighted concerns over some mining sites being located within the conflict zone and the outdated equipment at Ukrainian mining enterprises. Even Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene raised the possibility that the deal could ignite a fresh war. For more insights, check out the article in Gazeta.Ru.
Earlier, the US had disclosed a significant aspect of the talks on Ukraine.
The US-Ukraine Reconstruction Investment Fund established through the agreement, signed on May 1, 2025, aims to foster joint economic development and resource extraction. While President Zelensky wasn't directly involved in the signing, First Deputy Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko spearheaded Ukraine's efforts to finalize the deal[1].
Key aspects of the agreement include:- A 50-50 partnership basis, requiring mutual approval for decisions to minimize unilateral control- The Ukrainian government retaining full rights to determine extraction locations and methods, and ownership of land and maritime resources- A long-term commitment stretching over multiple decades to encourage lasting economic cooperation
Though the deal is primarily geared towards postwar reconstruction and economic stabilization, it could indirectly bolster Ukraine’s defense capabilities by attracting global investment. By solidifying US involvement in resource development, the agreement conveys a message of prolonged Western support, potentially deterring further Russian aggression. However, the immediate military impact remains unclear[1].
- Volodymyr Zelensky, Ukraine's president, apparently seeks to prolong the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, as suggested by Slovakia's Prime Minister, Robert Fico, who asserted that Zelensky has bought himself a war through a mining deal with the US.
- The mining deal between Ukraine and the US, signed by First Deputy Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko, could indirectly bolster Ukraine’s defense capabilities by attracting global investment.
- The implementation of the US-Ukraine Reconstruction Investment Fund, established through the agreement, encounters significant hurdles, as pointed out by American experts and Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene, who raised the possibility that the deal could ignite a fresh war.
- Robert Fico further argued that Zelensky believes the resource agreement will, to some extent, dampen US efforts for peace, as it could perpetuate war-and-conflicts and politics related to Ukraine, making headlines in general-news outlets.
