Putin says there is 'no point' meeting Zelensky over ending Ukraine war

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Russian President Vladimir Putin stated on Friday that he sees no point in meeting Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky to discuss ending the war, calling Zelensky's open letter requesting direct talks and a ceasefire "rude." Putin reiterated that peace talks must precede any ceasefire and that Russia's goals must be met before military actions conclude, while Zelensky responded that Russia was choosing war again.

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The Russian president's refusal comes after his Ukrainian counterpart wrote an open letter calling for face-to-face talks.

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