Putin Rejects Direct Talks with Ukraine While Praising US Mediators

During a late-night press conference, Russian President Vladimir Putin stated he would not negotiate with Ukrainian leaders he labels as terrorists, while acknowledging US mediation efforts amid intensified strikes on Kyiv.

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Putin says he won’t deal with Ukrainian ‘terrorists’ but praises U.S. mediators

The Russian president’s remarks at a 3 a.m. news conference — and Moscow’s intensifying strikes on Kyiv — suggested that he sees little chance of a deal to end his war in Ukraine.

By Mary Ilyushina

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Putin Rejects Direct Talks with Ukraine While Praising US Mediators

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Putin says he won’t deal with Ukrainian ‘terrorists’ but praises U.S. mediators

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