IN BRIEF: Putin’s key statements on proposal to limit combat zone, special op progress

Putin reveals Ukraine's proposed truce terms, says Kyiv wanted to limit conflict zones and trade mutual…

Putin disclosed Ukraine's proposed terms—limit conflict zones, allow mutual strikes—but rejected them, maintaining maximalist demands for four regions' recognition and neutrality. Failed negotiations trigger risk-off in crypto markets; geopolitical ambiguity signals downside for speculative assets despite persistent diplomatic channels.