Russian President Vladimir Putin said his government would press ahead with its offensive military operations against Ukraine unless Kyiv surrendered.
Putin told Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan by telephone that Ukraine’s negotiators should take a more “constructive” approach during their talks.
He said that his special military plan is going according to plan.
“It was underlined that the suspension of the special operation is only possible if Kyiv stops military operations and carries out well-known Russian demands,” the Russian leader said.
Putin told Turkey that Moscow is open for a dialogue, but Ukrainian negotiators should be more constructive.
“…attention was drawn to the futility of any attempts to drag out the negotiation process, which is being used by the Ukrainian security forces to regroup their forces and resources,” he said.
“It is hoped that during the planned next round of negotiations, Ukraine’s representatives will show a more constructive approach, fully taking into account the emerging realities,” Putin added.
