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'Ceding territory for peace absurd': Zelenskyy says Donbas deal won't stop war
Key Points
Volodymyr Zelenskyy emphasized that surrendering Donbas would not prevent future Russian invasions of Ukraine. He argued that any security guarantees without credible enforcement would be insufficient. Zelenskyy highlighted past failures of international assurances following Ukraine's disarmament in the 1990s.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy emphasized that surrendering Donbas would not prevent future Russian invasions of Ukraine. He argued that any security guarantees without credible enforcement would be insufficient. Zelenskyy highlighted past failures of international assurances following Ukraine's disarmament in the 1990s. He questioned US proposals for security arrangements similar to NATO, seeking clarity on their effectiveness. The situation reflects ongoing concerns over Ukraine's territorial integrity amid Russian aggression.