Treas. Sec Bessent is on the wires now saying:

  • We are at the 1-yard line on a Ukraine minerals deal

Will they fumble or get over the line.

Trump:

  • Does not see any problem in sending US troops as peacemakers in Ukraine.
  • Will meet with Zelenskiy this week or next to sign minerals deal
  • He will meet with Putin at some point

Russia might have a problem with the troop that but the pendulum is swinging the other way.

France's Macron (who is in Washington and meeting with the President) says:

  • Our objective is to build a solid long lasting peace in Ukraine
  • EUrope is willing to step up to be a stronger partner, do more for defense
Source: Forex Live