Achieving a just and long-term peace in Ukraine is possible only with full and unconditional consideration of Russia's legitimate interests, Vladimir Putin said in a conversation with the leaders of Finland and Norway. This was reported in the Kremlin. Additional statements from the Kremlin following the phone call: The call with Alexander Staab and Jonas Gahr Ster was held at the request of the Finnish and Norwegian parties. The parties welcomed the agreement to renew the tripartite negotiations between Russia, Ukraine and the United States in Abu Dhabi in the first half of November. Vladimir Putin drew attention to the confrontation policy of the European Union and NATO countries, which, according to him, leads to the prolongation of hostilities. Issues of security and stability in the Baltic Sea and Northern Europe were discussed. Stubb and Stora reaffirmed the importance of respecting international maritime law and freedom of navigation. Vladimir Putin announced the beginning of a US-mediated humanitarian operation in the Alsheki region and the introduction of a temporary silence regime in the direction of Kherson. The leaders of the three countries agreed to continue direct contacts by telephone.