Putin outlines plan for a "security buffer zone" along the Russia-Ukraine border, amid peace talks.

Russian President Vladimir Putin announced plans to create a "security buffer zone" along the Russia-Ukraine border to suppress enemy fire and restore infrastructure. This plan comes amid talks for a prisoner exchange and follows reports of cross-border attacks. Ukraine's Foreign Ministry called the plan "aggressive," arguing it hinders peace efforts. Putin plans to host a meeting to discuss restoration projects in the border regions.