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Coverage dated December 10, 2025

US proposes ‘free economic zone’ in parts of Donbas after Ukrainian pullback, Zelensky says

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By Christian Edwards, Kosta Gak, CNN (CNN) — The United States has suggested creating a “free economic zone” in parts of the eastern Donbas region

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  1. KRDO

    US proposes ‘free economic zone’ in parts of Donbas after Ukrainian pullback, Zelensky says (opens KRDO)

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    By Christian Edwards, Kosta Gak, CNN (CNN) — The United States has suggested creating a “free economic zone” in parts of the eastern Donbas region

  2. The Guardian

    US wants Ukraine to withdraw from Donbas and create ‘free economic zone’, says Zelenskyy (opens The Guardian)

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    Ukrainian president says plan would not be fair without guarantees that Russia would not simply take over zone

  3. Al Jazeera

    Zelenskyy says US seeking ‘free economic zone’ in eastern Ukraine (opens Al Jazeera)

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    Ukraine leader says US wants zone as buffer between armies, underlining that referendum needed for any land schemes.

  4. Breitbart News

    U.S. Suggested 'Free Economic Zone' in Donbas, Claims Zelensky (opens Breitbart News)

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    U.S. reacted to rejection of Donbas land swap by pitching a "free economic zone" created by withdrawing Kyiv-loyal troops, Zelensky said.

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