Putin agrees to 'direct' talks with Ukraine but Zelensky calls for ceasefire first

11/05/2025 05:00 France 24

Russian President Vladimir Putin agreed Sunday to hold “direct” talks with Ukraine on May 15 after European leaders called for an “unconditional” ceasefire on a visit to Kyiv. President Volodymyr Zelensky said Ukraine was “ready” for direct talks but wants Moscow to first commit to a 30-day ceasefire starting Monday.

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