"Kiev Ready for Direct Negotiations with Moscow." Zelensky Accelerates on Putin

The Ukrainian President reiterates Ukraine's full readiness for direct negotiations. He thanked Norway for its support and called on allies for a lasting peace.

"We are talking to the allies of the next meetings with the Russians: direct negotiations, for which Ukraine is absolutely ready and in any format that produces results. I am grateful to all those who help us" said Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in his evening speech, as reported by Rbc Ukraine.