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Trump Proposes U.S. Ownership of Ukraine's Nuclear Plants for Energy Security

The White House claims the plan would protect Ukraine's infrastructure, but details on implementation remain unclear.

President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky meet in the Oval Office at the White House on February 28, 2025 in Washington, DC.
The power station at Zaporizhzhia is in Russian-occupied territory
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Overview

  • President Trump suggested American ownership of Ukraine's nuclear power plants during a recent call with President Zelenskiy.
  • The White House stated that the proposal aims to provide the 'best protection' for Ukraine's energy infrastructure.
  • This marks a shift from a previously suspended U.S.-Ukraine minerals deal, which focused on natural resources and infrastructure.
  • Ukrainian President Zelenskiy expressed cautious optimism about the discussions but has not confirmed full support for the proposal.
  • Key questions remain unanswered, including how the plan would be implemented and its implications for ongoing ceasefire negotiations involving the Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant.