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rick · 6/26/2025, 11:42:41 PM · permalink

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%%One of the things Zelensky sold to the US. Russia now owns the largest lithium deposit in Europe.%%

Does Russia Controls Ukrainian Lithium?

Russia has taken control of several lithium deposits in Ukraine since the start of its full-scale invasion in 2022. One of the most significant captures includes the lithium deposit in the southeastern region of Zaporizhzhya, which was seized in early 2022.

Additionally, Russian forces have overrun territory in the Donetsk region, which is believed to contain lithium reserves.

In early January 2025, Russia claimed to have captured Shevchenko, a rural settlement in the Donetsk region, which sits atop one of Ukraine’s largest lithium deposits.

The Shevchenko lithium deposit spans 39.84 hectares and contains 90% lithium in its total reserves, with an average lithium oxide content of 1.24%.

This deposit was discovered in 1982 and is part of a larger vein system that also contains other rare elements such as rubidium, cesium, tantalum, niobium, and beryllium.

Ukraine has an estimated 500,000 tons of untapped lithium, making it one of the largest reserves in Europe.

The Ukrainian Shield, an ancient and massive rocky plate spanning much of central and southern Ukraine, contains valuable minerals like iron and lithium, as well as rare earth metals.

However, the Russian invasion has severely disrupted Ukraine’s ability to capitalize on these resources.

Experts suggest that while seizing Ukraine’s lithium deposits may not have been a primary objective for Russia, the mineral wealth of Ukraine is one reason the country is important to Russia.

The European Union has been looking to secure local supplies of critical raw materials like lithium to reduce its dependence on foreign suppliers, including China.

Ukraine’s proximity and substantial reserves make it a promising partner for the EU in its efforts to transition to green energy and achieve strategic autonomy in critical minerals.

However, Russia’s control of these lithium-rich territories threatens Europe’s green future and its efforts to reduce dependence on fossil fuels.

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