The President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelensky, accused Moscow on Saturday of delaying talks on a ceasefire and setting limits on troop withdrawal in eastern Ukraine.
Zelensky said in statements to reporters, "We want to achieve a permanent and sustainable peace, but the Russian side does not seem interested in progressing with this file."
Zelensky noted that meetings have been held recently between the two Slavic countries, but no final agreement has been reached regarding the ceasefire.
Zelensky stressed that his country is ready to work to achieve peace in the region, but it demands seriousness from the Russian side to reach a comprehensive agreement that ensures a permanent ceasefire.
