Leaked Transcripts Reveal US Envoy Suggested Concessions to Russia

Leaked transcripts from private discussions appear to show a US envoy suggesting Ukraine may need to cede territory to end the war. The envoy, Jared Witkoff, is heard stating that Kyiv might have to give up control of the Donetsk region in negotiations with the Kremlin. Former President Donald Trump has since defended Witkoff, his presidential adviser. Trump called Witkoff a "patriot" who was only exploring potential diplomatic solutions. The leaked details have created controversy. Ukrainian officials have repeatedly stated that ceding sovereign territory is not an option for ending the conflict. The White House has not yet issued an official comment on the authenticity of the leaked transcripts.