“This is a fantasy deal. This is 50 per cent of future exploitation of resources…It may be crucial if it keeps Trump engaged.”

A mineral deal being struck by Ukraine and the US gives some hope to Zelensky in the fight against Putin, but Russia expert Mark Galeotti says that he is “sceptical and cynical” about its efficacy.

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