Zelenskyy Reaffirms Ukraine's Stance on Crimea Amid U.S. Proposal Risks and Trump's Controversial Peace Deal Remarks

Cause And Effect

Complications from U.S. proposals: Political risks for Zelenskyy and Trump's controversial peace deal remarks

Crimea will stay with Russia

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not happy and urging Putin to “STOP!” the attacks.

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Key Facts

U.S. Proposal Concerns: Analysts warn that many elements of the U.S. proposal could be politically damaging to Zelenskyy.1
Trump's Frustration: Trump expressed dissatisfaction over the lack of progress on a peace deal and urged Putin to 'STOP!' the attacks.1

Trump frustrated he can't end Russia-Ukraine war

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Trump says he's not happy with Russia for Kyiv strikes

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Trump urges Putin to 'STOP' after deadly Russian strike on Ukraine

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Trump after Russia's deadliest strike on Ukraine in nearly a year: 'Vladimir, STOP!'

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Background Context

Ukraine lacks the military might needed to retake Crimea by force but urged the international community to maintain pressure on Russia.

Volodymyr Zelenskyy

Percentage of Ukrainians opposed to territorial concessions

55%

Key Facts

President Zelenskyy's Position on Crimea remains unchanged, emphasizing that only the Ukrainian people decide on their territories.
Historical Context: Crimea has been governed by Russia-backed Sergey Aksyonov since February 2014 after Russia's illegal annexation.