Zelensky Rejects Donbas Cession Amid Russian Advances

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Ukrainian President Zelensky has firmly rejected any Russian proposals to cede the Donbas region, warning it could lead to future attacks, as Russian forces continue their offensive. Zelensky emphasizes Ukraine's territorial integrity ahead of a meeting between US and Russian leaders, with concerns over potential territorial swaps and ongoing conflicts in eastern Ukraine. The summit in Alaska is seen as a cautious step, with Ukraine feeling sidelined and wary of concessions that could alter its borders.
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