US floats redrawing Donetsk/Luhansk borders to let Russia claim full control

The Economist reports US negotiators proposed redrawing Donetsk and Luhansk administrative borders so Russia could claim full control of those regions without capturing all territory. This marks a significant shift in US negotiating posture, potentially trading de jure recognition for a ceasefire. Unclear if Ukraine or Russia have accepted; proposal is preliminary and unconfirmed.

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