Kushner: Ukraine must cede territories demanded by Putin to secure deal
US special envoy Jared Kushner publicly conditions a peace deal on Ukraine accepting Putin's territorial demands, signaling a potential shift in US negotiating stance. This is a notable escalation of pressure on Kyiv, though it remains unclear if this reflects official US policy or personal positioning. The statement could undermine Ukraine's leverage and complicate ongoing peace efforts.
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Ukraine Rejects Territorial Concessions Amid US Envoy's Pressure for Deal
Ukraine has confirmed its rejection of territorial concessions to Russia, a stance publicly acknowledged by US envoy Jared Kushner as a barrier to a peace deal. Kushner has also publicly stated that a peace deal requires Ukraine to cede territories demanded by Putin, signaling potential US pressure on Kyiv. The precise nature of US policy on this matter remains unclear.