The U.S. and Ukraine have reached an initial deal on minerals investment, but major challenges remain before full implementation.
Putin urges Russia to speed up lithium mining, aiming for self-sufficiency by 2030. The country holds substantial reserves but previously relied on imports, which were disrupted by sanctions.
Western reliance on Russian nuclear fuel raises calls for incentives and sanctions to boost alternative investments.
Continued business with Rosatom jeopardizes both energy security and global efforts to counter Russia's aggression.