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US links Ukraine land concession to NATO membership
Ukraine may surrender Donbas territory to Russia for NATO membership.
In brief
Ukraine may surrender Donbas territory to Russia for NATO membership. Ukraine faces US proposal to cede eastern Donbas to Russia in exchange for NATO membership. Originally reported by Daily Times.
US suggests Ukraine surrender territory
The United States has suggested Ukraine surrender territory to Russia in exchange for NATO membership.
Zelensky reveals proposal
President Volodymyr Zelensky revealed the proposal following recent peace discussions.
Ukraine's eastern Donbas region
The suggestion concerns Ukraine’s control over the eastern Donbas region.
Russia rejects ceasefire
Meanwhile, Russia rejected a proposed ceasefire targeting energy infrastructure during negotiations.
Zelensky's comments
Zelensky disclosed the American proposal in comments released on Saturday.
Ukraine's decision process
Ukraine has not accepted the proposal or made any decision.
Zelensky's security concerns
Zelensky said Ukraine was examining security guarantees from NATO and the European Union.
Ukraine's approval requirement
He stressed that any agreement would require approval from Ukrainian citizens.
Zelensky's warning
Zelensky warned that Russia’s demands could threaten Europe’s existing security arrangements.
The takeaway
Ukraine faces US proposal to cede eastern Donbas to Russia in exchange for NATO membership.
