Zelensky Open to Freezing Front Lines in Ceasefire With Russia
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Wednesday he would accept freezing the front lines to end the war with Russia. He called it a real way to end the war.
75% or more of Ukraine would stay under Kyiv's control, Brian Kilmeade said.
Zelensky rejected giving up the Donbas region, calling it not fair.
9.5 million displaced Ukrainians need to return home, Zelensky said.
Zelensky disputed Russian claims that Moscow is gaining ground.
Why it matters: Zelensky framed a freeze as a minimum first step, followed by requests for security guarantees from Washington and Europe. He said guarantees against renewed Russian attack matter most.
Zelensky said Russia uses strikes on civilians to pressure Ukraine into land concessions.
Russia has often rejected ceasefires, saying they would let Kyiv rearm.
Right coverage, 5 sources: The right frames Zelensky's offer as aligning with Trump's freeze-and-stop approach, with some outlets stressing Russian battlefield struggles.
