Ukraine war briefing: Russia building non-negotiable ‘security zone’ inside Ukrainian border, Putin declares
President Vladimir Putin announced that Russia will establish a permanent security zone inside Ukraine, extending roughly 660 kilometres. He stated the area will be excluded from any future negotiations, describing it as non‑negotiable. The Kremlin’s claim marks a new development in the conflict, now in its 1,697th day, and signals a shift in Russia’s strategic objectives.