Former U.S. President Donald Trump has issued a stark warning to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, suggesting that abandoning a critical rare earth minerals agreement could jeopardize Ukraine’s NATO ambitions.
In a recent social media post, Trump stated, “Zelensky, by the way, I see he’s trying to back out of the rare earth deal, and if he does that, he’s got some problems. Big, big problems…he’s never going to be a member of NATO.”
The deal, originally part of Zelensky’s 2024 “Victory Plan” to secure U.S. backing, has faced delays following a tense Oval Office meeting in February 2025. Trump’s remarks suggest that Ukraine’s NATO membership hinges on finalizing the agreement—echoing his past strategy of leveraging military and economic aid for political concessions.
Also read: Russia and Ukraine Agree to Truce at Sea, Ban Energy Attacks
This approach mirrors the 2019 Trump-Ukraine scandal, where military aid was allegedly withheld to pressure Kyiv into launching investigations.
Meanwhile, a News Nation report featured in the post highlights Trump’s upcoming April 2025 tariffs, a policy he considers central to his legacy. However, allies and investors fear these measures could trigger a global trade war.
Trump’s latest comments underscore his continued use of economic and diplomatic pressure—raising fresh concerns over U.S.-Ukraine relations and NATO’s future expansion.
Watch Video Below..
One thought on “Trump Warns Zelensky Over Rare Earth Deal: “Big Problems” if Ukraine Backs Out”