Russia: Ukraine Must Withdraw Troops from Donbass for Conflict Resolution
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Russian Foreign Ministry Spokeswoman Maria Zakharova stated on July 1 that Ukraine must withdraw its troops from Donbass to resolve the conflict, urging Kiev to "take a sober look at the situation" and cease "unrealistic demands" and "blackmail."
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Why It Matters
Russian Foreign Ministry Spokeswoman Maria Zakharova stated Ukraine must withdraw troops from Donbass to resolve the conflict, criticizing Ukraine's current approach as "unacceptable."
MOSCOW, July 1. /TASS/. Ukraine must withdraw its troops from Donbass if it wants to resolve the conflict, Russian Foreign Ministry Spokeswoman Maria Zakharova said.
Speaking at a briefing, the diplomat noted she would not address Ukrainian representatives directly, but suggested that the media advise Kiev to "take a sober look at the situation." According to Zakharova, the Ukrainian authorities should "stop making unrealistic demands and withdraw the Ukrainian armed forces from Donbass, which would accelerate the end of hostilities."
The Foreign Ministry spokeswoman stressed that the current approach of the Ukrainian authorities, "as well as attempts to influence Russia through blackmail, threats and ultimatums, is unacceptable."
Open Questions
- How will Ukraine respond to this demand?
- What specific actions would constitute troop withdrawal?
- What are Russia's next steps if Ukraine doesn't comply?
