Given the dictatorial nature of the regime in Russia, there’s only one person — who has empowered himself — to make decisions that can end the war or establish a lasting ceasefire,” Kyslytsya said, referring to Putin.

Russian President Vladimir Putin said he’s open to meeting Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, but only during the final stage of peace negotiations to end the three-year war. He also questioned Zelensky’s authority to sign a deal,

Russian President Vladimir Putin said he is ready to meet with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. The Russian leader is also open to talking with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz.