Talks with Putin in the next few days

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French President Emmanuel Macronon a state visit to Washington, USA, He confirmed in an interview with American television that he will meet with his Russian counterpart, Vladimir Putin, in the next few days.

“I wanted to do a state visit first and have a thorough discussion with President Biden and our teams together,” he explained. Emmanuel Macron to issuer ABC, noting that He will speak with the Russian president “in the next few days.”.

Among the many topics discussed during the state visit that began yesterday: Biden and Macron will certainly want to show their approval In response to the Russian invasion of Ukraine. Today, the French head of state called for a “lasting peace” to end this conflict.

«A just peace is not a peace imposed on UkrainiansAnd he stressed that “a just peace is not a peace that neither side accepts in the medium or long term.” Vladimir Putin “mistaken”“Is it impossible to go back to the table and negotiate something?” Macron insisted. I think it’s still possible.” The last official meeting between Emmanuel Macron and Vladimir Putin dates back to September 11th.

The French President announced last week his desire to make “direct contact with the Russian President.” Primarily on civil nuclear issues and on the Zaporozhye plant. The Elysee explained that Macron wanted to remind Putin of France’s requests, “for Russian forces to leave Ukraine and for Ukraine to restore its sovereignty and territorial integrity.”

However, there is no confirmation of any kind from Russia. At the moment, there are no talks between Russian President Vladimir Putin and his French counterpart Emmanuel Macron “yet” on the agenda.: said Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov. (aska news)