Bangladesh, March 10 -- US President Donald Trump has suggested that Ukraine has yet to demonstrate a genuine willingness to engage in peace negotiations with Russia, raising fresh questions about the future of US military aid to Kiev. Speaking aboard Air Force One ahead of US-Ukrainian discussions in Saudi Arabia, Trump emphasized that while economic cooperation with Ukraine remains a priority, he expects greater commitment from Ukrainian leadership toward brokering a ceasefire.

When asked whether the US would resume military aid to Ukraine if Kiev agreed to a partnership over critical mineral resources, Trump responded cautiously. “I think they will sign the minerals deal. But I want them to want peace. Right now, they havent sho...