**US and Ukraine to Discuss End of War in Saudi Arabia**
Top officials from the US and Ukraine are meeting in Saudi Arabia today. They will talk about how to end the war in Ukraine.
The US wants to agree on a plan for peace, known as a ceasefire. This means stopping fighting between Ukrainian forces and Russian-backed rebels.
For Ukraine, this is also an opportunity to improve its relationship with the US. The country hopes that by working together, they can put pressure on Russia to make concessions too.
**Ukraine’s Mineral Plan**
As part of the talks, Ukraine will propose a plan for peace in return for investment from the US. They want to revive a deal about critical minerals like graphite and oil.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has said that his country is willing to sign this agreement at any time.
**The Importance of Minerals**
Graphite, found in Ukraine’s largest quarry, is used to make batteries and other products. However, the war has made it hard for companies to mine these minerals.
Ukraine hopes that with US investment, they can make a profit from their mineral resources. This could create new jobs and bring income to workers and owners.
**The Price of Peace**
However, Ukraine’s leader had wanted security guarantees from the US in return for this deal. But the White House has not offered any.
Instead, they have cut military support to force Ukraine to compromise. Ukraine now feels it has no choice but to agree with the US plan.
US President Donald Trump believes that American companies digging for minerals will deter Russia from invading again.