The US is conducting secret talks with Myanmar's military leader, potentially related to rare earths, a detained businessman, and a Trump ally's lobbying deal. The situation is complex and unclear.
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Why the US is holding secret talks with Myanmar’s military ruler
Why is the Trump administration holding secret talks with Myanmar’s military ruler, accused of genocide? Behind the diplomatic outreach lie America’s hunt for rare earths, a detained businessman and a Trump ally’s lucrative lobbying deal. Al Jazeera’s Mikail Malik explains.
Published On 18 Oct 2026
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