Trump influence on deal: Dmitry Medvedev’s Reaction to Ukraine Minerals Deal
Senior Russian security official Dmitry Medvedev has made a statement regarding the recent signing of a minerals deal between Ukraine and the United States. According to Medvedev, the deal implies that U.S. President Donald Trump has effectively forced Ukraine to pay for future U.S. military aid. The agreement, signed in Washington, grants the United States preferential access to new Ukrainian minerals deals and invests in Ukraine’s reconstruction.
Terms of the Minerals Deal
The minerals deal has been met with various interpretations, with Medvedev stating that Ukraine will have to pay for military supplies with its national wealth. Medvedev, a former Russian president and current deputy chairman of Russia’s Security Council, expressed his views on Telegram, emphasizing the perceived imbalance in the agreement.
Shift in Medvedev’s Stance
Medvedev’s comments on the minerals deal reflect his current stance as one of the most outspoken anti-Western hawks in Russia. Notably, he previously projected a more liberal and pro-Western image during his presidency from 2008-2012. However, since the start of Russia’s war in Ukraine in 2022, Medvedev has taken a more hardline stance.
US Intentions and Congressional Notification
According to the Kyiv Post, citing diplomatic sources, the Trump administration informed Congress of its intention to allow the export of defense-related products to Ukraine through direct commercial sales of $50 million or more. This move would mark a significant development in U.S.-Ukraine relations, although Reuters could not immediately confirm the report.
Still on Trump influence on deal
Implications for Peace Talks
The minerals agreement has been reached amid growing frustration from the U.S. regarding the lack of progress in peace talks between Moscow and Kyiv. Moscow has expressed willingness for direct talks and a long-lasting peace settlement, but emphasizes the complexity of the issues at stake. Kyiv, on the other hand, advocates for an immediate unconditional ceasefire.
Potential Impact on Russia’s Goals
Sergei Markov, a former Kremlin adviser, believes that the deal between Washington and Kyiv will make it harder for Russia to achieve its goals in Ukraine through peace talks. Markov suggests that Trump has set up a mechanism to justify new spending on the war, potentially altering the dynamics of U.S.-Ukraine relations.
Russia’s Mineral Wealth and Potential Cooperation
The Kremlin has highlighted Russia’s significant mineral wealth and expressed openness to potential cooperation deals with the U.S. in regions like the Arctic. However, it has yet to comment on the Ukrainian minerals deal, leaving the potential implications and responses to this development uncertain.
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