Ukraine occupies approximately 600,000 square kilometers but Russia claims a smaller size by considering parts of eastern Ukraine its own. President Trump mistakenly referred to a meeting in 'Russia' when talking about his meeting in Alaska. He proposed a 'land swap' involving Ukraine and Russia, despite Ukraine possessing no land to exchange. Trump has expressed limited support for Ukraine, stating Zelenskyy could end the war instantly or continue fighting, while opposing NATO membership for Ukraine. Reports indicate a potential agreement for Ukraine to cede Donetsk and Luhansk regions to Russia, which has been rejected by Zelenskyy.
Trump's comments indicate a misunderstanding regarding territorial exchanges, as Ukraine controls no Russian territory to offer in any potential 'land swap.'
The US president's remarks suggest he views the return of Crimea to Ukraine and NATO membership as unattainable for Kyiv.
International media suggests that an agreement between Trump and Putin may involve Ukraine ceding control over Donetsk and Luhansk to Russia.
Zelenskyy has firmly rejected the idea of ceding any Ukrainian territory to Russia despite pressure from allies.
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