Trump warned Zelensky of “big problems” if Ukraine backed out of a rare earth minerals deal, while Ukraine cited changing terms.

The U.S. seeks full access to Ukraine’s resources, but concerns arise over U.S. control.

Talks with Russia on rare earth cooperation have also begun.

Trump, frustrated with Putin over ceasefire delays, threatened secondary sanctions on Russian oil if Moscow stalls, CNN has reported.

Finland’s president urged Trump to set an April 20 ceasefire deadline.

Written by B.C. Begley