For the past three years, Ukraine has been fighting to defend itself from Russia’s brutal invasion, which began in 2022. But now, Donald Trump is pushing the false claim that Ukraine actually started the war—playing right into Russia’s hands. This isn’t just about rewriting history; it’s about weakening U.S. support for Ukraine and making Americans question whether they should continue helping.

Meanwhile, Trump is trying to exploit Ukraine’s desperate situation to force them into a bad minerals deal—one that benefits the U.S. far more than it helps Ukraine. We all want the war to end, but Trump’s approach would leave Ukraine crippled for decades, stripping it of the resources it needs to rebuild. The deal he’s pushing would grant the U.S. access to valuable rare earth minerals in Ukraine’s eastern regions—resources crucial for modern technology. In return, Ukraine would supposedly receive security guarantees.

The problem? Trump isn’t offering any solid promises, and Ukraine’s President Zelenskyy isn’t willing to trade away his country’s resources for vague assurances. Trump’s actions look less like an ally helping a friend in need and more like a businessman trying to squeeze a desperate partner into a bad deal.

Things came to a head this past Friday when Zelenskyy met with Trump at the White House, hoping to secure a fair deal and continued U.S. support. Instead, the meeting reportedly erupted into a shouting match between Zelenskyy, Trump, and J.D. Vance.

Now, with tensions at an all-time high, the question remains: Will Trump keep pushing Ukraine into a bad bargain, or will the U.S. stand by its ally and work to end this war in a way that doesn’t destroy Ukraine?

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