Donald Trump is seeking rare elements, including lithium, as a condition for continuing support to Ukraine in the war against Russia. Ukraine has four large lithium deposits, two of which are under Russian control. Trump wants an agreement with Ukraine for access to these elements, emphasizing that the US has sent more aid than European partners. Ukrainian President Zelensky stresses that discussing Ukraine without its involvement is unacceptable. Ukraine is an important potential supplier of rare metals, including titanium and lithium.
Trump wants Ukraine’s rare elements for war support.
