Putin said the conversation with Trump was straightforward and substantive, and the US president outlined his position on the Russian-Ukraine ceasefire, the Anadolu Agency reported.
The Russian President thanked President Trump for supporting Moscow Keev’s resumption of speech, claiming that the US president has acknowledged Russia’s commitment to peace in Ukraine.
He also said that Istanbul’s resumption of contact with Ukraine indicates that the parties are generally “moving in the right direction.”
Putin also said a ceasefire with Kiev would be possible once a related agreement is reached. Russia and Ukraine said they must find a suitable compromise on both sides.
He added that Russia is also ready to cooperate with Ukraine in a memorandum of understanding on future peace treaties.
According to Sputnik, Putin emphasized that “we are on the right track.” He also emphasized the importance of finding a compromise that is acceptable to all parties involved in the conflict. Putin has repeatedly said that Russia supports peaceful settlements during the Ukrainian crisis.
Putin added that a ceasefire in Ukraine could be possible over a period of time if an appropriate agreement is reached.
MNA