‘Certain conditions’: Putin explains why he won’t meet Zelenskyy

Vladimir Putin stated that the conditions for direct talks with Volodymyr Zelenskyy are not yet in place, despite Zelenskyy’s willingness. Putin is open to meeting Zelenskyy only at the final stage of negotiations. Meanwhile, Putin is expected to visit India by the end of 2025 and may meet with Donald Trump in the UAE next week.