Zelenskyy discusses a potential meeting with Putin in Kiev
In a developing diplomatic standoff, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and Russian President Vladimir Putin find themselves at odds over the location for potential negotiations.
President Zelensky has expressed a preference for holding talks with his Russian counterpart at a neutral location, suggesting Vienna (Austria), Switzerland (particularly Geneva), or Turkey as possible venues. However, Moscow has been firmly rejected as a meeting place by the Ukrainian leader.
This comes after Putin proposed negotiations with Zelensky, but insists on Moscow as the venue for these discussions. Despite Putin's persistence, Zelensky remains steadfast in his opposition to holding talks in Moscow.
The Kremlin leader's firm stance on the venue for negotiations contrasts with his apparent lack of enthusiasm for the talks themselves. Putin has been reported to see little value in talks with Zelensky.
In response to Putin's proposal for negotiations, Zelensky has countered the Russian leader's preference, but has not specified a preferred location for the discussions. It seems that both leaders are yet to find common ground on this crucial matter.
As the situation unfolds, it remains to be seen whether these differences can be bridged, or if they will continue to be a significant obstacle to any potential negotiations between the two leaders.
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