US floats NATO path for Ukraine tied to territorial concessions

The United States has reportedly signaled a potential NATO membership path for Ukraine contingent on territorial concessions to Russia, according to current war developments. This proposal comes amid ongoing diplomatic efforts to end the conflict. European leaders face a continuation of contentious debate over the issue, while European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announced a new sanctions package against Russia. The proposal links Ukraine's security guarantees to possible land concessions in negotiations. Separately, Ukraine reported a successful strike on Russia's elite "Rubikon" drone unit, hitting a temporary base and drone control center about 107 kilometers behind the front line. The attack coincided with US-mediated talks in Abu Dhabi involving Trump envoy Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner.