Putin says Finnish and Norwegian leaders did the right thing by contacting him, despite EU criticism
Finnish President Alexander Stubb and Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre spoke with Russian President Vladimir Putin on Tuesday about ending the war in Ukraine. The call lasted about half an hour and included discussions on peace negotiations, the war's duration, and support for Ukraine. Both leaders said direct talks are necessary to end the conflict, and the conversation was linked to a planned trilateral meeting in Abu Dhabi.
- The call involved the Russian leader and Finnish President Alexander Stubb.
- Putin stressed that Russia's legitimate national interests must be considered for lasting peace.
- The conversation aimed to convey information about future negotiations to Putin.
- Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen criticized the initiative.
- Stubb stated that direct negotiations are necessary to end the war.
- The conversation between Stubb and Putin lasted about half an hour.
- Putin accused the EU and NATO of prolonging the conflict.
- The two leaders agreed to continue direct telephone contacts.
- Stubb and Støre emphasized that Finland and Norway would continue their support for Ukraine.
- The Kremlin stated Russia is ready to resume direct peace negotiations with Ukraine.
- President Stubb stated the war's outcome will affect the security of Europe.
- Zelenskyj stated that genuine de-escalation steps are necessary regarding energy and infrastructure.
- Western European leaders largely avoided contact with Putin after Russia started the war in Ukraine.
- Stubb and Store spoke as leaders of their countries, not on behalf of Europe.
- Finnish and Norwegian leaders are involved in efforts to end the war in Ukraine.
- A trilateral meeting involving Ukraine, the United States, and Russia was planned for Abu Dhabi.
- The Nordic leaders spoke with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy.
- Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen believes Russia shows no desire for peace with Europe.
- Kremlin spokesperson Dmitri Peskov confirmed the phone call took place.
- The call was a continuation of a meeting in Oslo.
- Zelensky met with Stubb and Store in Oslo the previous week.
- A ceasefire is set to begin in Oleshky.
- Stubb called the conversation frank and substantial.
- The war in Ukraine started with an invasion order signed by Putin.
- Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said the call offered nothing new regarding the Ukraine conflict.
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