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Central to the discussion is a proposed minerals deal that could significantly benefit Ukraine and leverage U.S. involvement in the region should tensions with Russia reignite. Trump has emphasized the need for the U.S. not to become militarily entangled further in Ukraine without substantial negotiated terms. The concept of a minerals deal suggests that U.S. extraction of resources from Ukraine, particularly rare earth minerals vital for various industries, could serve as both economic leverage and a binding contract that brings the two nations closer.