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Zelensky: Peace Deal with Russia 90% Ready, But Remaining 10% is Crucial

Published January 1, 2026, 07:05
Zelensky: Peace Deal with Russia 90% Ready, But Remaining 10% is Crucial

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky stated that a peace deal with Russia is “90% ready,” but the remaining 10% is crucial for the fate of peace, Ukraine, and Europe. He reaffirmed Ukraine’s desire for peace but stressed that no agreement would be made “at any cost,” demanding robust security guarantees to prevent another Russian invasion. While the Trump administration is attempting to mediate, the key issue of the eastern regions remains unresolved, with Russia seeking the annexation of Donbas. Zelensky doubts that Russia would stop at Donbas even if Ukrainian forces withdrew.