In a recent meeting with international news agencies, Russian President Vladimir Putin expressed an openness to communicate with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and meet with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. However, he critiqued Germany's role in the Ukraine conflict, stating that its support for Ukraine removes its neutrality. Putin also mentioned that he would consider meeting Zelenskyy but only at a 'final phase' in negotiations, questioning Zelenskyy's legitimacy due to various factors. This marks Putin's first comments on Merz since he took office in May.
Putin stated he is ready to talk to German Chancellor Merz but sees Germany as non-neutral due to its military support to Ukraine, thus not a mediator.
He expressed willingness to meet with Zelenskyy but only in a 'final phase' of negotiations, citing a perceived loss of legitimacy on Zelenskyy's part.
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