Russian President Vladimir Putin demands control of the entire Donbas region as part of any peace deal with Ukraine, where Russian forces occupy most of Luhansk and about 70% of Donetsk. The remaining 30% in Donetsk is strategically vital for Ukraine, holding significant industrial resources and strong defensive positions, making any concession potentially politically detrimental for President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
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