Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov stated on Friday that there are no current plans for a meeting between Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. The statement comes amid ongoing tensions in the region following Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine in February 2022. Lavrov’s comments suggest that any potential dialogue between the two leaders remains contingent on the availability of a clear agenda.
The Kremlin has not provided any additional details on the potential meeting, and it remains unclear whether such a dialogue would lead to any significant changes in the conflict. Despite the lack of a scheduled meeting, both sides continue to engage in various forms of communication, including through intermediaries and diplomatic channels.
International observers have noted that the absence of a direct meeting between the two leaders may indicate a continued lack of progress in peace talks. However, some analysts suggest that the possibility of a meeting could still be on the table, depending on the evolving situation on the ground and the willingness of both sides to engage in negotiations.