Trump wants to tie Ukraine minerals deal to demand for quick ceasefire — Bloomberg

U.S. President Donald Trump wants to link his proposed minerals deal with Kyiv to a demand that Ukraine commit to swiftly reaching a ceasefire with Russia, Bloomberg reported on Thursday, citing sources familiar with the situation.

Washington has indicated that Trump is prepared to finalize the minerals agreement on the condition that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky agrees to “a tangible path for a truce and talks with Moscow,” Bloomberg wrote.

Some of the outlet’s sources said the deal could progress next week, when U.S. and Ukrainian delegations plan to meet for talks in Saudi Arabia. However, others noted that the U.S. position could shift, as Trump is known for frequently changing his mind.