U.S. President Donald Trump announced on Sunday that the U.S. has "just about" ended its suspension of intelligence sharing with Ukraine, signaling a potential shift in support. The freeze, initially implemented by CIA Director John Ratcliffe, aimed to pressure Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy into advancing peace negotiations with Russia. The halt in intelligence, alongside a pause in U.S. military aid, raised concerns about Ukraine’s ability to defend against Russian missile strikes.
On Tuesday, U.S. officials will meet Ukrainian delegates in Saudi Arabia to discuss possible concessions Ukraine may offer to Russia in exchange for ending the war. Also on the table is a minerals agreement between Washington and Kyiv, which was initially set to be signed before tensions between Trump and Zelenskiy stalled the deal. The agreement would grant the U.S. access to Ukraine’s critical mineral resources, with Ukraine seeking security guarantees in return.
Trump remains optimistic about both the talks and the minerals deal, stating, "They will sign the minerals deal, but I want them to want peace… They haven’t shown it to the extent they should."
Additionally, Trump indicated his administration is considering potential tariffs on Russia and remains unbothered by joint military exercises involving Russia, China, and Iran.
With these high-stakes negotiations, the world is watching whether Ukraine will secure U.S. backing while balancing the need for peace.