Putin declares Russia's readiness to continue negotiations

If Kyiv believes now is not the right time for negotiations, Moscow is ready to wait, Russian President Vladimir Putin.

Report informs via Russian media that he generally assessed positively the meetings that took place between the Russian and Ukrainian delegations in Istanbul.

"All disappointments arise from excessive expectations," Putin said.

To resolve the Russia-Ukraine conflict peacefully, thorough discussions are needed, but not in public, he added.

According to him, Russia outlined its goals for a settlement in Ukraine a year ago. Putin emphasized that he advocates achieving a long-term peace in Ukraine without temporary limitations.