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US Urges Ukraine Troop Withdrawal, Peace Talks Stall

12/11/2025

Summary

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The United States is pressing Ukraine to withdraw troops from Donbass, complicating peace talks.
A senior European official said Washington's stance has become a contentious issue.
Analysts say Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky could act but delays until January.
Russian envoy Kirill Dmitriev accuses the EU and UK of prolonging the conflict.
Zelensky's administration remains firm on not conceding territorial claims, complicating the peace process.

History

Historical Context

The Minsk Agreements, initiated in 2014 and solidified in 2015, sought to resolve the conflict in Eastern Ukraine involving Ukraine, Russia, and the OSCE. Despite outlining ceasefire terms and troop withdrawals, compliance has been sporadic, resulting in over 13,000 casualties. The ongoing tensions and unresolved territorial disputes highlight the agreements' failure to establish lasting peace, impacting regional stability and international relations.

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Story summary

The United States is pressing Ukraine to withdraw troops from Donbass, complicating peace talks.
A senior European official said Washington's stance has become a contentious issue.
Analysts say Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky could act but delays until January.
Russian envoy Kirill Dmitriev accuses the EU and UK of prolonging the conflict.
Zelensky's administration remains firm on not conceding territorial claims, complicating the peace process.

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