Putin says there is no point meeting Zelensky over ending Ukraine war
Russian President Vladimir Putin has rejected a request from Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky for direct peace talks. Putin stated that he sees no point in meeting until Russia's military goals are met and experts have established long-term solutions.
Why it matters
The refusal underscores the ongoing diplomatic stalemate in the Russia-Ukraine war, signaling that a negotiated end to the conflict remains unlikely in the near term.
Share Save Add as preferred on Google Dan Sales Reuters Russian President Vladimir Putin has said he does not see any point in meeting Volodymyr Zelensky after the Ukrainian leader requested face-to-face talks over ending the war between the two nations.
The article reports on statements from both sides of the conflict using neutral, descriptive language without taking a stance.
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