Russian FM Lavrov discussed Ukraine war with Swiss counterpart, both sides agreed to keep talking.

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov discussed the ongoing war in Ukraine with Swiss counterpart Ignazio Cassis in a phone call. Switzerland hosted a peace conference in June, which Russia did not attend. Lavrov and Cassis agreed to continue contacts. Russian President Vladimir Putin said Moscow is open to negotiations to end the conflict based on current realities. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy stated there was no agreement during previous talks, with Ukraine responding to a Russian ultimatum.

December 19, 2024
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