What happened: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has suggested creating demilitarised zones and a 'free economic zone' in the eastern Donbas region as part of a new peace initiative.
Why it matters:
- This approach aims to reduce military conflict in a key contested area.
- It could affect residents and the economic situation in eastern Ukraine.
MNN Take: The proposal indicates a shift towards negotiated solutions for the Donbas conflict, focusing on security and economic arrangements to support peace efforts.
Sources: BBC News (Breaking)