Kenya's Ruto says country nearing US mineral deal

Kenya's President William Ruto announced the country is nearing a critical minerals deal with the US during the G7 summit, emphasizing local processing of minerals like copper, graphite, lithium, and nickel. The agreement aligns with Washington's goal to counter China's dominance in mineral supply chains, though Ruto's Western ties have sparked domestic criticism, including over a US Ebola quarantine facility.