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Ukraine's Peace Depends on Key Territories, Warns Witkoff

4/18/2025

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Witkoff emphasized that any potential peace agreement in Ukraine hinges on the fate of five key territories, including Crimea and four occupied regions. This statement followed his third meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin, hinting that Ukraine may have to relinquish these areas to achieve a ceasefire.

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Witkoff emphasized that any potential peace agreement in Ukraine hinges on the fate of five key territories, including Crimea and four occupied regions. This statement followed his third meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin, hinting that Ukraine may have to relinquish these areas to achieve a ceasefire.