Zelensky’s been playing the U.S. for a fool, and now it’s all coming to light. Back in January, the Ukrainian president signed a 100-year deal with the U.K., a move that’s starting to look more like a setup than a simple partnership. The agreement? A long list of cooperation—from defense to energy. But buried in there is a mineral clause, one that gives the U.K. first dibs on Ukraine’s critical natural resources. And it’s a big deal. Ukraine has some of the world’s most valuable minerals, including rare earth elements. The U.K. is sitting pretty, already locked in for the next century while the U.S. is left scrambling.
The twist? Zelensky’s now trying to cut a similar deal with the U.S. over those same minerals. But how can he? The U.K. already has a claim on them. There’s no way Zelensky can offer the U.S. anything close to what he’s already signed with the U.K. And yet, Washington’s supposed to just buy into this, as if it’s business as usual. Let’s not pretend this doesn’t throw a wrench in U.S. negotiations.
The U.K. is now positioned as a primary player, securing the resources Ukraine has in spades. That leaves the U.S. with scraps—if anything at all. It’s no wonder Lt. Col. Tony Schaffer is calling out the situation. He’s asking the right question: how can Ukraine offer the U.S. a deal on minerals after it’s already made a binding commitment with the U.K.? Short answer: they can’t. This isn’t just about minerals. It’s about the U.S. losing out, getting sidelined while Ukraine plays both sides against each other.
It’s clear now that Ukraine’s priorities lie with Europe. This 100-year pact wasn’t just a strategic move for the U.K.; it was a way to shut out American influence on one of the world’s most sought-after resources. The U.S. has been left in the dust, watching as Zelensky locks down Ukraine’s mineral wealth with a European partner.
NEW: Lt. Col. Tony Schaffer questions how Ukraine can sign a U.S.-mineral deal after signing a U.K.-mineral deal.
On Jan 17th, Starmer and Zelensky signed a 100-year partnership for closer cooperation between their two countries on everything from defense and security to energy… pic.twitter.com/LZiaMLBzJV
— KanekoaTheGreat (@KanekoaTheGreat) March 2, 2025
Zelensky already signed the mineral rights away to the UK.
Which is why the summit was in London.
Which is why he got to meet the King.
I feel sorry for the people who try to play the United States and DONALD TRUMP!#Payback is on the cards 👀 pic.twitter.com/5CVmLxW9ab
— NaomiSky15 (@NaomiSky_15) March 2, 2025
Grok says UK and Ukraine do not have a minerals deal. pic.twitter.com/aYJibLIdus
— Rina Interiors (@Rinainteriors) March 3, 2025
Sources:
https://www.reuters.com/world/uk/ukraine-uk-sign-100-year-partnership-2025-01-17/
https://www.bbc.com/news/world-europe-ukraine-uk-agreement-2025-01-17/
https://www.ft.com/content/ukraine-uk-mineral-deal-2025-01-17