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Zelenskyy says territorial concessions remain Ukraine’s ‘biggest challenge’

Zelenskyy says territorial concessions remain Ukraine’s ‘biggest challenge’

Summary

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that maintaining Ukraine's borders is a major challenge in talks involving a U.S. plan to end the ongoing war with Russia. He emphasized the importance of not legitimizing Russia's occupation of Ukrainian land. European and U.S. leaders, including French President Emmanuel Macron, attended discussions, focusing on Ukraine's security and sovereignty.

Key Facts

  • President Zelenskyy highlighted protecting Ukraine's borders as a top priority in peace talks.
  • Talks took place in Paris with leaders from France, Germany, Italy, Poland, and the UK.
  • President Macron stressed that Ukraine should decide its territorial boundaries.
  • The U.S. plan discussions involved White House meetings and upcoming talks with Russia.
  • Ukraine refuses to accept any peace deal involving ceding its land to Russia.
  • European Union leaders insist no major concessions be given to Russia.
  • A leaked U.S. plan proposed army limits for Ukraine and barred NATO membership.
  • Ukraine suffered another attack, with local reports stating at least four deaths.

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