CNN: What is the Donbas, the piece of Ukrainian land that Putin wants so badly?

Institute for the Study of War·Jan 23

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The Donbas region in eastern Ukraine is reportedly a key area of contention, with Russia claiming to have taken control of it, although the situation on the ground is unclear. Talks between Ukraine, Russia, and the US have been held, with Ukraine describing them as "constructive" and the US characterizing the mood as "very upbeat". The US has proposed establishing a "free economic zone" in parts of the Donbas region, pending a Ukrainian withdrawal.

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