Donbas: The Key Battleground and Putin's Strategic Focus in Ukraine
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The Donbas region in eastern Ukraine has become a key faultline in peace negotiations, with Russia demanding full control of the area in exchange for a ceasefire, while Ukraine and most Ukrainians oppose ceding any territory. The region, rich in industry and historically pro-Russian, has been a focal point of conflict since 2014, and Russia's ambitions may extend beyond Donbas, though analysts doubt its capacity to do so fully. The conflict remains a significant obstacle to peace.
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