Putin says there is 'no point' meeting Zelensky over ending Ukraine war

Russian President Putin has stated that he does not see any point in meeting Ukrainian President Zelensky to end the war between their nations. Putin called Zelensky's open letter requesting direct negotiations "rude" and refused the request, reiterating that peace talks should precede any ceasefire. He believes a ceasefire would only allow Ukraine to regroup, while concessions Moscow is seeking from Kyiv remain unmet