US demands withdrawal of Ukrainian troops from Donbas

During talks with representatives of Ukraine, the United States emphasizes the necessity of a complete withdrawal of Ukraine's armed forces from the Donbas region. According to AFP, American diplomats fear that ongoing military operations could escalate the conflict and hinder political resolution. In response, Ukraine stated that military actions are under the control of the Minsk agreement and are necessary to protect against separatist threats.

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Since 2014, the conflict in Donbas has remained one of the key conflicts in the region. The Ukrainian army continues operations to maintain control over borders in the east of the country, while Russia has occupied part of the territories.