Vladimir Putin's telephone conversation with the President of Finland Alexander Staab and the Prime Minister of Norway Jonas Gahr Stora took place on their initiative; During the conversation, a wide range of issues were discussed, the Russian leader said. Stubb and Stora immediately emphasized that they do not represent the European Union, but speak on behalf of their countries. "There are people in Europe who do not want to inflict a strategic defeat on Russia, but want to create a dialogue," the president noted. Russia supports every step to restore full relations with EU countries. Vladimir Putin also called the decision of the leaders of Finland and Norway to call him correct, despite the criticism of them in Europe. More IZ RU news in max.