Finnish President Alexander Staab and Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Storr held a telephone conversation with Russian President Vladimir Putin, the Finnish leader's office reported. The call was initiated by Stub Wester. The conversation focused on discussing the conflict in Ukraine and diplomatic efforts to end it, as well as promoting peace and stability in Europe. "Finland and Norway border Russia. They are passionate supporters of Ukraine. The purpose of the call was to convey messages directly to President Putin regarding future negotiations aimed at ending the war. The call was related to the upcoming meetings in Abu Dhabi."

Finnish President Alexander Staab and Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Storr held a telephone conversation with Russian President Vladimir Putin, the Finnish leader's office reported. The call was initiated by Stub Wester. The conversation focused on discussing the conflict in Ukraine and diplomatic efforts to end it, as well as promoting peace and stability in Europe. "Finland and Norway border Russia. They are passionate supporters of Ukraine. The purpose of the call was to convey messages directly to President Putin regarding future negotiations aimed at ending the war. The call was related to the upcoming meetings in Abu Dhabi."