US and Ukraine Confront Territorial Concessions in Peace Talks
US promotes peace plan with territorial concessions. Ukraine sent 20-point counter-proposal after US's 28-point plan.
Ukraine controls 6,600 km² in Donetsk. Zelenskyy discussed 'free economic zone' vs. 'demilitarized zone'.
US wants full understanding by Christmas; Zelenskyy denies ultimatum. Peace framework includes security guarantees and rebuilding.
European allies warn against forcing Kyiv into concessions.
North Atlantic Treaty Organization chief Mark Rutte warns Europe could be Russia's next target.
Ukraine controls 1/5 of Donetsk region.
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