March 31, 2025

Russia, US in talks over joint rare earths projects

Pro-Kremlin newspapers report Washington and Moscow are in early-stage negotiations over key projects in Russia.

March 28, 2025

Zelenskiy cautious on new minerals deal but says past US aid was not a loan

The Ukraine President said America's proposal was "entirely different" from an earlier framework agreement that he had been set to sign.

March 28, 2025

US pushing more expansive minerals deal with Ukraine

Under the proposal Kyiv would contribute to joint fund all income from use of natural resources.

March 26, 2025

New Ukraine deal may get signed next week, says US Treasury chief

Zelenskiy has confirmed the proposal does not include US involvement in its nuclear power sector.

March 24, 2025

Trump says Ukraine minerals deal to be “signed soon” – Reuters

Trump also said that the two sides are discussing American ownership of Ukrainian power plants.

March 21, 2025

US wants revised terms on Ukraine minerals deal, FT reports

The FT reports that Washington wants to broaden the terms of the deal to include other assets, most notably a nuclear power plant that is currently under Russian control.

March 21, 2025

Ukrainian tax authorities suspend VAT refunds for Ferrexpo

Ferrexpo posted a surprise annual loss on Wednesday.

March 20, 2025

Trump says he’ll soon sign Ukraine natural resources deal

The president spoke about the Ukraine agreement shortly after he invoked emergency powers to boost the US’s ability to produce critical minerals.

March 19, 2025

Ferrexpo shares tumble on surprise loss, struggling Ukraine peace efforts

The London-based company's shares have lost more than two-thirds of their value since the start of the Russia-Ukraine war.

March 18, 2025

Alrosa suspends operations at less profitable deposits amid sanctions

The suspension will affect deposits with an annual production of less than 1 million carats.