What is hidden in Putin’s proposal for Ukraine: Moscow’s new “dribble” and the narrowing margins
The Russian president's proposal for a direct dialogue with Ukraine is a tactical move, but the pressure from the West does not leave him much room for further manoeuvring.
Zelensky: First ceasefire, then talks with Russia – “Negotiations will be based on the situation on the ground,” Kremlin says
Putin proposed immediate negotiations on Thursday in Istanbul while Europeans and Trump were talking about a ceasefire from Monday
War in Ukraine: Putin’s proposal for negotiations is a first step, but not enough, says Macron
"An unconditional ceasefire is not preceded by negotiations, by definition", said the French president