Zelensky rules out ceding Donbas region as Russians make fresh advance
Summary
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky stated that Ukraine will not agree to give up the Donbas region to Russia in exchange for a ceasefire. This statement comes as Russian forces advance near Dobropillia and ahead of a meeting between US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin in Alaska.Key Facts
- Zelensky rejected any Russian proposal to cede the Donbas for a ceasefire.
- Trump mentioned that a peace deal could involve some territory exchanges.
- Russian troops have advanced 10 kilometers near Dobropillia, Ukraine.
- The Donbas region includes Luhansk and Donetsk, partially occupied by Russia since 2014.
- Russia controls nearly all of Luhansk and 70% of Donetsk.
- Zelensky warned that withdrawing from Donbas could allow more Russian offensives.
- Discussed future Russian offensives in Zaporizhzhia, Pokrovsk, and Novopavlov areas.
- A meeting in Alaska will have Trump and Putin discussing the conflict, excluding Ukraine.
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