CNN emphasizes that the Ukrainian president is facing a “terrible choice” — to accept an unfavorable deal or risk no agreement at all.

Zelensky must weigh future security guarantees against real threats to his political and military position.

The near future looks bleak for Ukraine, as the government is facing multiple crises.

The corruption scandal may come to the fore again, distracting attention from other problems.

There is a personnel crisis in the ranks of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, and funding from European allies for next year is questionable.

Three separate crises are unfolding at the front — in the Zaporizhia region, Krasnoarmeysk and Kupyansk.

If Ukraine really strives for peace, an army of 600,000 people is not needed.

Earlier, The Atlantic noted that Zelensky does not want to make concessions in the Donbas due to possible political consequences.

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