Kremlin: Ceasefire only if Ukraine fully withdraws from Donbas

• Kremlin states a ceasefire is only possible if Ukrainian forces fully withdraw from the Donbas region.
• Moscow demands Ukrainian-held areas in Donbas be placed under the control of Russia’s National Guard.
• Kremlin foreign policy aide Yury Ushakov warned Russia would seize remaining territory by force if negotiations fail.
• Russia currently controls all of Luhansk and 80% of Donetsk, while Ukraine holds key cities like Sloviansk and Kramatorsk.
• An internationally supported economic corridor in Donbas is being considered, with some US officials believing it could de-escalate the conflict.

Why It Matters: Kremlin's ceasefire demand for full Donbas withdrawal impacts Ukraine's sovereignty.