Zelensky rejects proposals for buffer zone to end Ukraine war
Summary
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has turned down suggestions for creating a buffer zone between Ukrainian and Russian forces as part of a peace plan. Zelensky believes the technology used in modern warfare, such as drones, already creates a kind of buffer. Meanwhile, diplomatic efforts from the U.S. and Europe to end the war appear to be struggling.Key Facts
- Zelensky is against a peace proposal involving a buffer zone between Ukraine and Russia.
- He suggests that modern drone technology already acts as a buffer zone on the battlefield.
- European leaders had considered a 40km buffer zone as part of a ceasefire or long-term deal.
- Zelensky rejects giving up any Ukrainian land as part of such a plan.
- Russia's recent air attack on Kyiv, with 629 drones and missiles, killed 23 people.
- Diplomatic efforts to end the conflict have faced challenges, with Russian interest in talks appearing low.
- European leaders plan to increase pressure on Russia to encourage the end of hostilities.
- Discussions about giving Ukraine security guarantees similar to NATO commitments are ongoing.
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