Former Prime Minister Boris Johnson has claimed that the USA and are “very close” to signing a minerals deal that could help secure Kyiv’s future.
The former Conservative leader told ITV’s Good Morning Britain: “I believe that we’re very close to getting this minerals agreement signed between the United States and , and that commits the US not only to future financing of but also to a free, sovereign and secure .
“I think that it’s positive for – and don’t forget, the fundamental loser in all that is going to be Putin, because what Putin wants is to be a vassal state of .”
Mr Johnson added: “What this deal envisages is an economic partnership with America, and the two things are simply not compatible.”
The proposed minerals agreement comes at a crucial time for , as concerns mount over the sustainability of Western financial and military support.
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Boris Johnson pictured in Kyiv this morning (Image: GMTV)
The deal, expected to strengthen economic ties between Kyiv and Washington, would reportedly grant the US access to ’s vast reserves of critical minerals, including lithium, titanium, and rare Earth elements.
Such materials are vital for advanced technologies such as semiconductors, electric vehicle batteries, and military hardware, making them strategically important for both nations.
However, the agreement has sparked controversy, with critics warning that it could lead to becoming overly dependent on the United States, raising questions about its long-term sovereignty
Some analysts have also pointed to the risk of American corporations gaining excessive control over ’s natural resources, potentially at the expense of domestic industries.
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has condemned the proposed deal, claiming it is a further attempt by the West to exploit while deepening geopolitical tensions.
The debate comes as continues to push for increased Western military aid, with uncertainty surrounding future US support due to political divisions in Washington.
Some Republican politicians have expressed reluctance to approve additional funding, while others argue that securing ’s economic future is just as critical as providing weapons and ammunition.