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US Ukraine Sign Landmark Mineral Deal — Strategic Win

The US and Ukraine have finalized a long-awaited rare earth minerals agreement, establishing a joint investment fund to boost reconstruction and signal strong US commitment amid ongoing tensions with Russia.

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Number 0.3% - US economy contracted in Q1 2025 amid trade tensions

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