What happened: Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy responded to a new US proposal to establish a 'free economic zone' in the Donbas area to support peace efforts.
Why it matters:
- The proposal aims to advance peace negotiations in the ongoing conflict between Ukraine and Russia.
- Residents and stakeholders in the Donbas region could be directly affected by any economic and political changes resulting from the plan.
MNN Take: The US suggests economic incentives in Donbas might help move peace talks forward, while Zelenskyy considers how to counter Russian influence in the area.
Sources: Sky News (Breaking)