The media reported Zelensky's refusal to withdraw troops from the territory of Donbass

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky, during a conversation with US President Donald Trump and European leaders, rejected the idea of withdrawing troops from Donbass. This was reported on August 16 by the Reuters news agency, citing a source.

"Zelensky rejected this demand (withdrawal of troops from Donbass — Ed.)," the publication says.

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The New York Times (NYT) newspaper reported on the same day that Kiev's recognition of the entire Donbas as Russian territory would help quickly reach a peace agreement. According to the publication, after meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin, Trump refused to demand an immediate cease-fire and believes that a peace treaty can be quickly negotiated if Zelensky agrees to transfer the rest of Donbass to Russia.

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