Donald Trump and Ukraine 'very close' to agreeing huge deal says Boris Johnson

Former Prime Minister Boris Johnson has claimed that the USA and Ukraine are "very close" to signing a minerals deal that could help secure Kyiv's future.

The former Conservative leader told ITV's Good Morning Britain: "I believe that we're very close to getting this minerals agreement signed between the United States and Ukraine, and that commits the US not only to future financing of Ukraine but also to a free, sovereign and secure Ukraine.

"I think that it's positive for Ukraine - and don't forget, the fundamental loser in all that is going to be Putin, because what Putin wants is Ukraine to be a vassal state of Russia."

Mr Johnson added: "What this deal envisages is an economic partnership with America, and the two things are simply not compatible.”

The proposed minerals agreement comes at a crucial time for Ukraine, as concerns mount over the sustainability of Western financial and military support.

The deal, expected to strengthen economic ties between Kyiv and Washington, would reportedly grant the US access to Ukraine’s vast reserves of critical minerals, including lithium, titanium, and rare Earth elements.

Such materials are vital for advanced technologies such as semiconductors, electric vehicle batteries, and military hardware, making them strategically important for both nations.

However, the agreement has sparked controversy, with critics warning that it could lead to Ukraine becoming overly dependent on the United States, raising questions about its long-term sovereignty

Some analysts have also pointed to the risk of American corporations gaining excessive control over Ukraine’s natural resources, potentially at the expense of domestic industries.

Russia has condemned the proposed deal, claiming it is a further attempt by the West to exploit Ukraine while deepening geopolitical tensions.

The debate comes as Ukraine continues to push for increased Western military aid, with uncertainty surrounding future US support due to political divisions in Washington.

Some Republican politicians have expressed reluctance to approve additional funding, while others argue that securing Ukraine’s economic future is just as critical as providing weapons and ammunition.