Moscow's concerns are escalating following Ukraine's economic partnership with the U.S., which could strengthen U.S.-Ukrainian ties during the ongoing conflict. Russian officials criticized the deal as exacerbating Ukraine's dependence on the U.S. and potentially transforming it into a 'mineral colony.' This agreement raises alarms within Russia's elite, as it could hinder Russia's chances for favorable peace negotiations. The warming relations under the Trump administration might reverse with this development, affecting both Russia's strategic positions and domestic celebrations. The U.S. views the agreement as a step toward unified goals with Ukraine against Russian interests.
Concern is growing in Moscow that Russia could lose its edge in talks with the United States over the Ukraine war after Ukraine signed an economic partnership agreement.
Russian officials poured scorn on the deal, stating it has further increased Ukraine's dependency on the United States and turned it into a mineral colony.
Nervousness is rising among some members of the Russian elite that the deal may represent a new alignment between the U.S. and Ukraine.
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent hailed the minerals agreement as showing the 'Russian leadership that there is no daylight between the Ukrainian people and the American people.'
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