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New US peace plan pushes Ukraine toward capitulation — here's what we know so far
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New US peace plan pushes Ukraine toward capitulation — here's what we know so far

by Tim Zadorozhnyy

* Ukrainian officials say the plan closely mirrors Russia's maximalist demands and revives previously dropped concessions. * The framework calls for Ukraine to cede Donbas, halve its military, suspend NATO ambitions, and grant certain political concessions to Russia. * Kyiv and European partners were largely excluded from drafting the plan, though President Volodymyr Zelensky has received the draft. * A senior U.S. official said some reported elements could still change. * The negotiations

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