On Wednesday, Ukraine and the United States concluded an agreement focused on the development of Ukraine's natural resources. As stated by the Ukrainian Prime Minister, this accord stipulates that Ukraine will maintain full control over its resources, while the United States will be granted preferential access to develop these resources, encompassing aluminum, graphite, oil, and natural gas, through innovative investment initiatives. This accord marks a significant concession by Ukraine, aimed at securing support from President Trump in hopes of gaining a stronger position in ceasefire negotiations with Russia. The Trump administration is actively advocating for a resolution to the conflict in Ukraine.