Advisor to the President of Russia: Putin will answer if Zelensky calls

Uszakow stated that Putin has never refused to talk, suggesting that if Zelensky wishes to converse, he should come to Moscow. This follows discussions about potential direct talks between Russian and Ukrainian leaders, mediated by the U.S. Uszakow mentioned that Finnish and Norwegian leaders conveyed Zelensky's request for talks with Putin. He assured that all necessary conditions, including security, would be met for such a meeting. Kremlin spokesperson Peskov reiterated Putin's openness to dialogue with all leaders, including Macron and Merz. The recent phone call between Finnish and Norwegian leaders and Putin has faced criticism for not being coordinated within the EU.