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Rubio Urges Donetsk Resolution Amid Putin's Demands

1/29/2026

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U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio testified on January 28, 2026 that reconciling Donetsk's territorial issue is essential for peace talks.
President Putin demands Ukraine surrender 20% of Donetsk, creating a major obstacle to negotiations.
Rubio said the United States may participate in future talks, noting that Abu Dhabi discussions ended without a deal.
He indicated that security guarantees for Ukraine would be contingent on a peace agreement with Russia.

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U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio testified on January 28, 2026 that reconciling Donetsk's territorial issue is essential for peace talks.
President Putin demands Ukraine surrender 20% of Donetsk, creating a major obstacle to negotiations.
Rubio said the United States may participate in future talks, noting that Abu Dhabi discussions ended without a deal.
He indicated that security guarantees for Ukraine would be contingent on a peace agreement with Russia.