Ex-electrician backed by Putin helps unite Ukraine rebels


Head of the self-proclaimed Donetsk People's Republic Alexander Zakharchenko attends the first session of the new local parliament in Donetsk, eastern Ukraine, in this November 14, 2014 file photo. REUTERS/Maxim Zmeyev/Files

DONETSK, Ukraine (Reuters) - Separatist leader Alexander Zakharchenko will not be present at a summit on east Ukraine this week but his actions will help determine the success or failure of any peace deal.

    While Russian President Vladimir Putin is seen in the West as holding the key to peace, Zakharchenko is regarded vital for ensuring Moscow’s decisions are implemented.

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