# Ukraine still open to minerals deal after Zelenskyy clash with Trump

WASHINGTON – Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said he is "ready to sign" a deal to grant the U.S. access to his country's rare earth minerals, days after President Donald Trump publicly berated him at the White House.

In an Oval Office clash before the press corps on Friday with shockwaves worldwide, Trump admonished Zelenskyy for "gambling with World War III." His vice president, JD Vance, demanded he thank Trump more for U.S. support. Trump, who'd been expected to sign a deal, abruptly sent Zelenskyy packing, saying in a social media post that the Ukrainian president could "come back when he is ready for Peace."

Zelenskyy stated on Sunday he was still prepared to sign the agreement. "I just want the Ukrainian position to be heard," he told reporters, through a translator, in London, where European leaders convened a hasty meeting after the blowup.

"Reaching a deal requires a balance between Ukraine's interests and the U.S.," he said of the U.S. "I am open to negotiations on this."

The Trump administration has since pulled back from the talks, with Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent saying on Sunday that a deal was "not at present" on the table. "It's unclear now. President Zelenskyy has thrown off the sequencing," he said in an interview on CBS' "Face the Nation."

"Once the negotiations are completed, I will review the details," Bessent said. "That will be done."

The minerals agreement would set up a joint fund for the U.S. and Ukraine in which 50% of the proceeds from future investments in government-owned natural resources would be deposited. The framework agreement does not include a commitment from the U.S. to support the country militarily against Russia's invasion, an event marked its third anniversary last week.

Trump suggested Friday evening that he did not want to provide the country with more weapons as part of the minerals agreement because it would not get the U.S. closer to his immediate goal of bringing the war to an end. He'd said earlier in the day before the dispute with Zelenskyy that he was willing to arm Ukraine but was looking to advance peace talks.

Instead, Trump has said the agreement itself is a long-term security guarantee because Russia will not want to attack Ukraine if American businesses and workers are in the country.

Trump has also said the U.S. has not received enough in exchange for the more-than-$100 billion it has already provided Ukraine since the war began – a sharp contrast from the policy of former President Joe Biden, who gave Kyiv open-ended support in its effort to confront Russian aggression.

## Ex-Trump ambassador calls clash 'classic negotiation'

Gordon Sondland, Trump's former ambassador to the European Union, who testified against the president in his first impeachment case, said that the U.S. and Ukraine are in the midst of a "classic negotiation" that the president allowed to play out publicly to send a message to Russian President Vladimir Putin.

"There will be a deal signed with Zelenskyy, there's no question about it," Sondland predicted. "Maybe Zelenskyy has to fight a little further and realize that he doesn't have any cards to play, but there will be a deal."

## Japanese Endocrinologists Warn Reason Behind High Glucose Levels in US

A Japanese Endocrinologist warned reason behind high glucose levels in the US

- **Topic:** Diabetes
- **Author:** Yasufumi Imai
- **Source:** USA TODAY

A Japanese Endocrinologist said it is crucial to understand the cause of high blood glucose levels in the United States and to determine the risk factors that could lead to health problems.

The researcher, Dr. Yutaka Ohtake, said it is not just a matter of differences in genetics but also the diet and lifestyle of individuals.

"Even if the average body weight or age in the US is higher than that in Japan, the nutritional and lifestyle factors in the US are different from those in Japan," he said.

"Based on our clinical experience, we have had cases where the risk factors and the factors that cause high glucose levels are very similar to those in Japan," he added.

His warnings include an increased risk of cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes, and obesity.

"Highlights of the case are the high blood glucose levels, high blood pressure, and high fat levels," he said.

The expert said it is essential for healthcare professionals to pay attention to these risk factors and determine the best treatment for the individuals.

"This is highly important because the healthcare professionals in Japan and the US, especially the diabetes staff, have the same experience," he said.

## Top Cardiologist Begs: Eat The Right Protein Before This Happens

The top cardiologist urges people over 60 to stop making this huge mistake for their health.

- **Topic:** Diet and Nutrition
- **Author:** Dr. David Hayes
- **Source:** Gundry MD

Dr. David Hayes, a cardiologist, advises people over 60 to eat the right protein before the next meal.

"Drinking water and eating protein is a very important way to keep your heart health and your metabolism in tip-top shape," Hayes said.

He said that "a lot of people are actually doing the opposite of what they should be doing."

"The first thing to do is drink water," he said.

"Then, you can eat protein. Don't skip your protein meal. Be sure to have a good protein meal first."

The expert also urged people to eat fruits, vegetables, and whole grains, and avoid processed foods like chips and sodas.

"It's a good way to keep your blood sugar in check," he said.

## The Donald J. Trump Highway just crashed

When it comes to bootlicking, Arizona leaders really need to up their game.

- **Topic:** Traffic Safety
- **Author:** Scott Reason
- **Source:** USA TODAY

Safer driving practices are crucial for Arizona as they deal with frequent crashes on the Donald J. Trump Highway.

"Crashes on the Donald J. Trump Highway are pretty common," said Scott Reason, the Arizona Department of Transportation's director of traffic safety. "There's been more than 4,000 crashes on the highway since March 1, 2024."

Reason said the crashes were due to a lack of traffic control and inadequate traffic conditions.

"We're going to make sure that we can get traffic safety on the front end of the highway and that we get some traffic conditions where we can actually provide some traffic-control infrastructure," he said.

## JD Vance addresses cousin's 'idiots' criticism of him, Donald Trump

Vice President JD Vance calmly responds to his cousin, Nate Vance, after he called Donald Trump and the VP “Vladimir Putin’s useful idiots.”

- **Topic:** Politics
- **Author:** Mike Laurier
- **Source:** USA TODAY

Vice President JD Vance responded to his cousin, Nate Vance, after the former president criticized him for his campaign activities.

"By God, I'm not going to be working for Vladimir Putin," said JD Vance. "I'm not going to be working for Putin, and I'm not going to be working for the Kremlin."

The former president was criticized for his comments, which included calls for a presidential candidate to be "Vladimir Putin's useful idiots."

Vance said that, as a vice presidential candidate, he is not going to be working for Vladimir Putin.

"This is my job," Vance said. "This is my job to help my country win."

## Prince Frederik of Luxembourg dies at 22

Prince Frederik of Luxembourg dies at 22.

- **Topic:** Personal Life
- **Author:** USA TODAY
- **Source:** USA TODAY

Prince Frederik, a member of the Luxembourg Royal Family, died at the age of 22 on March 11, 2025.

"Prince Frederik was 22-years-old and he fell off a stage," said Jean-Pierre Abi, Prince Frederik's co-traveler. "He was going to be on stage at a concert at the Schlosskirche, which is a church in Luxembourg. He fell off the stage and he died at that moment."

Abi said the incident occurred around 10.30 p.m. on March 11.

Prince Frederik was a member of the Luxembourg Royal Family and was married to Princess Beatrice, the Queen of the Netherlands. He was the youngest Prince in the Luxembourg Royal Family.

## I voted for Donald Trump. Here's the thing I am upset about.

I am disappointed in Trump, and I voted for him.

- **Topic:** Opinion
- **Author:** USA TODAY
- **Source:** USA TODAY

A reader from Ohio, Jennette Bond, wrote a post about her experience voting for Donald Trump and her disappointment.

"Voters are incredibly upset with Trump's policies," said Jennette Bond, 60. "Trump is a dictator.

"I feel really disappointed in Trump, and I voted for him."

She said the candidate's stance on immigration and his comments on the 2020 election are the reasons for her dissatisfaction.

"I think I voted for Trump because I really don't want to have a president who's really a dictator," she said. "I really really really don't want to have a president." 
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