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U.S. proposes to Ukraine granting territory in the Donbass for accession to NATO
Publication: ECO
Author: Lusa
Source published: 14/11/2026, 11:30:27 UTC
Briefing created: 14/11/2026, 12:19:04 UTC
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Briefings
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky revealed that the United States proposed Ukraine to cede territories in the Donbass region to Russia in exchange for NATO membership. Zelensky stated this was the first time the issue was explicitly raised, noting that Russia claims the annexation of Donetsk and Lugansk regions, with parts still under Ukrainian control. Zelensky mentioned Ukraine was discussing specific security guarantees from NATO and the EU, promising to consult citizens on agreement terms. Zelensky explicitly stated he does not have the right to decide alone.
Key points
- The United States proposed Ukraine to cede territories in the Donbass region to Russia in exchange for NATO membership.
- Zelensky stated this was the first time the issue was explicitly raised, noting that Russia claims the annexation of Donetsk and Lugansk regions, with parts still under Ukrainian control.
Context
This briefing addresses a recent diplomatic proposal where the US suggested Ukraine would lose Donbass territory if it joins NATO. Zelensky clarified that Russia claims the annexation of Donetsk and Lugansk regions, with parts still under Ukrainian control. Zelensky mentioned Ukraine was discussing specific security guarantees from NATO and the EU, promising to consult citizens on agreement terms.
Limitations
Evidence is limited to Zelensky's statements and AFP reporting; no independent verification of the US proposal exists. Zelensky's comments are unconfirmed by other sources. The specific security guarantees Ukraine requested remain unverified. No data on the number of territories or precise dates of the proposal is provided.
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