Ukraine-Russia peace deal before 2027 stays a long shot

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    "Companion Polymarket contract CM-EVT-XP7FFT2MC9 puts only 8% on Ukraine agreeing to cede territory by 2026, suggesting the market sees capitulation as even less likely than a full deal.",
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