Ukraine and the United States have officially signed a long-awaited minerals deal, hailed by Ukrainian President Zelenskyy as a historic partnership. This agreement aims to provide American companies access to critical natural resources essential for technology infrastructures, including AI and electric vehicles. While the deal is seen as a strong signal to Russia and a step forward in US-Ukraine relations, some politicians have criticized it as lacking substance. Despite these concerns, its symbolic significance is noted as a demonstration of unity between Ukraine and the US in the face of ongoing conflict. The deal follows months of negotiations and is viewed as a potential model for future foreign agreements, although experts suggest substantial challenges remain in resource extraction and revenue realization.