The Kremlin is cautiously welcoming new signs that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is ready to proceed in negotiations to end the Russia–Ukraine war.
The Ukrainian leader’s willingness to enter talks with Russia has been an open question in recent days. During a visit to the White House on Feb. 28, Zelenskyy indicated he had no interest in negotiating with Russian President Vladimir Putin, whom he called a “killer and terrorist.” Zelenskyy expressed further doubts about the viability of any diplomatic process with Russia, noting past unsuccessful attempts to ease tensions between Moscow and Kyiv.
