Russian and Ukrainian forces are fighting in various parts of Ukraine, and many civilians have fled the country. "This is not the same type of weapon that Russia uses, and is a response to Russia's escalation of the attack," he said.
He also said the meeting "had frank, substantive and constructive discussions" He also emphasized that "we will not act against our interests" and reiterated his call for the export of Russian agricultural products. "We will update the situation in Ukraine on the 12th (Japan time)," he also said.