India, Nov. 14 -- US negotiators have raised the possibility of Ukraine withdrawing from its eastern Donbas region in exchange for NATO membership during discussions on ending the war with Russia, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said on Saturday, describing it as the first time the proposal had been brought up.

Speaking to reporters after the latest round of peace talks in Abu Dhabi, Zelensky reiterated that Kyiv was not prepared to give up its territory, reported news agency Reuters.

However, the Ukrainian leader said he would put the question to a referendum if Ukraine received a comprehensive security package, including security guarantees, a strong and adequately funded Ukrainian army, and funds for reconstruction.

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