Putin:

Putin: “A thorough and direct exchange of views took place on current international issues, including the Ukrainian conflict. They also talked about possible ways to resolve it. Mr. Prime Minister spoke about his recent meetings in Kiev, where he made a number of proposals, including a proposal to cease fire in order to create conditions for the start of negotiations with Russia. As for Russia, I have said more than once that we remain open to a political and diplomatic settlement. However, on the other hand, we hear about the reluctance to resolve issues in exactly this way. And Ukraine’s sponsors are trying to continue to use this country as a battering ram, a victim in the confrontation with Russia.” Source: Russian Head