Trump suggests to Zelenskyy that the US should take ownership of Ukrainian power plants for security

Beyond his ambitions for Ukraine's natural resources, the US president now seems to be lorging nuclear sites, with the White House suggesting that the United States could take "possession" of the country's nuclear power plants.

Ukraine Weighs US Presence At Nuclear Plants

Many nuclear experts have welcomed the idea of a US presence at Ukrainian nuclear power plants, viewing it as a firm security guarantee, as well as a positive step in reorienting Ukrainian nuclear power away from Russia and toward the West.

Trump eyes control of Ukraine's nuclear plants as US prepares ceasefire talks with Russia

Secretary of State Marco Rubio will meet with Russian officials on Black Sea ceasefire talks. Ukraine energy infrastructure could also be discussed in the high-stakes meeting.

Volodymyr Zelenskyy responded to statements by US officials who the day before suggested that the US could take ownership of Ukrainian nuclear power plants to ensure their protection. According to the Ukrainian president, nuclear power plants are state-owned, but Kiev may consider American investments in the Russian-occupied Zaporozhye nuclear power plant.

During a phone call with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, Donald Trump proposed a very unusual idea: that the United States take control of Ukraine's nuclear power plants, arguing that this would provide them with the "best protection." Why would America be interested in Ukraine's nuclear sector, and what obstacles stand in the way of such an initiative, apart from a possible refusal by Kiev?

Trump will be pleased: Hands off my nuclear power plants — Independent: EADaily

EADaily, March 21st, 2025. The British newspaper The Independent published an article on the front page today with the headline "Zelensky defies Trump: Hands off my nuclear power plants."