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Zelensky says Ukrainian public won't let him hand Russia territory

Zelensky says Ukrainian public won't let him hand Russia territory

Summary

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky stated that the Ukrainian people would not accept a peace deal that involves giving the eastern Donbas region to Russia. During talks involving U.S. mediators, the control of this region remains a key issue. Zelensky emphasized that any agreement about the territory should be decided by a public vote in Ukraine.

Key Facts

  • President Zelensky said Ukrainians would not agree to a peace deal giving up the Donbas region to Russia.
  • Ukrainian and Russian negotiators are meeting in Geneva for peace talks.
  • U.S. mediators Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner are involved in the talks.
  • Zelensky is skeptical about Russia's intentions to end the conflict.
  • President Trump urged Ukraine to make concessions for peace, which Zelensky publicly disagreed with.
  • U.S. mediators propose making the Donbas a demilitarized "free economic zone."
  • Any agreement must be voted on by the Ukrainian public through a referendum.
  • The control and sovereignty of the Donbas region are central issues in the negotiations.
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