ISW: Russia resists territorial compromises in future peace talks
Russian authorities are intensifying efforts to extract concessions from the US in ongoing bilateral negotiations, further delaying progress toward a peace.
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Rubio says Ukraine must make territorial concessions to “prevent more suffering”
The US State Secretary claims ceding territory is "the only way" to end Russia's invasion, with frozen military aid potentially resuming based on talks.
“Discussions going pretty well”: Trump says US scheduled meetings with both Ukraine and Russia
"If the plan is just a ceasefire and elections, it is a failed plan - Putin won’t be intimidated by just those two things," wrote Zelenskyy's communications advisor, commenting Kellogg's proposals.
“Ukraine might cease to exist next year,” top Russian officials renew threats to Kyiv
Three top Russian officials coordinated their message, with Putin's aide Patrushev claiming Moscow owns four partially occupied Ukrainian regions.
Macron makes first call for “realistic” Ukraine territory talks
Previously, Macron has been a steadfast supporter of Ukraine's sovereignty and territorial integrity.
Ukrainian public figures to world leaders: Do not appease evil
The appeal urges global leaders to reject concessions to Russia, emphasizing Ukraine's existential struggle and the need to defeat aggression to secure global democracy, peace, and order
Majority of Ukrainians still reject territorial deals, but strict opposition declines, poll reveals
Ukrainian public opinion shows a slight shift toward considering territorial compromises, though most still oppose giving up any territory.
Reuters: Trump team disavows advisor’s stance on Ukraine territorial concessions for peace
Trump's presidential transition team stated that Bryan Lanza “does not work for Trump and does not speak for him.” Lanza sparked controversy by suggesting in a BBC program that Ukraine should have a "realistic vision for peace” and abandon claims to return Crimea.
BBC: Trump advisor demands “realistic vision for peace” from Ukraine, says “Crimea is gone”
Senior Trump adviser Bryan Lanza stated that the incoming administration will prioritize ending the war over helping Ukraine restore its pre-2014 borders.
Number of Ukrainians open to territorial concessions rises, but majority still opposes – poll shows
A recent KIIS survey reveals a gradual but significant shift in Ukrainian public opinion, with those open to some land concessions rising from a steady 8-10% in 2022-2023 to 32% by 2024, however, 55% of the respondents still firmly reject any territorial concessions with Russia.
