Putin refuses to engage with the proposed truce and recommends direct communications with Kyiv on May 15

Russia’s President Vladimir Putin has expressed his willingness to engage in direct discussions with Kyiv in Istanbul on 15 May. These talks aim to explore potential agreements with Ukraine, coinciding with the conclusion of the unilateral ‘Victory Day’ truce declared by Russia.

Source: https://www.euronews.com/2025/05/11/vladimir-putin-does-not-respond-to-the-ceasefire-plan-and-offers-direct-talks-with-kyiv-on