Zelensky again rejected Russia's demand to withdraw Ukraine's armed forces from the territories that Moscow considers itself, according to him, Russia, through the United States, demands that Ukraine leave territories that Russian forces did not occupy during the fighting. He called this idea unhealthy and contrary to common sense. At the same time, Kiev continues to insist on a cease-fire along the current front line without legal recognition of Russian-controlled territories. Earlier, Zelensky invited Putin to meet in Turkey, citing the contacts between the Russian president and Erdogan. The Kremlin reported that Vladimir Putin is ready for a telephone conversation with Zelensky if he calls. Ostashko! Important at TG We're Max - Read news without interruptions and VPN.