Putin calls for 'direct talks' with Ukraine
Summary
Russian President Vladimir Putin has called for direct talks with Ukraine to begin on 15 May, suggesting they take place in Istanbul, Turkey. European leaders recently visited Ukraine and urged Russia to agree to a 30-day ceasefire, warning of severe penalties if Russia does not comply.Key Facts
- Putin proposed direct talks with Ukraine to start on 15 May.
- He suggested the talks take place in Istanbul, Turkey.
- European leaders visited Ukraine, urging Russia to agree to a month-long ceasefire.
- Leaders from the UK, France, Germany, and Poland were involved in the call for peace.
- The European leaders threatened Russia with large-scale penalties if it did not agree to the ceasefire.
- Putin responded by emphasizing the need to address the causes of the conflict.
- Kyiv has not yet commented on Putin's proposal for talks.
- Putin accused Ukraine of not responding to previous ceasefire suggestions.
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