France's President Emmanuel Macron had a telephone conversation with US President Joe Biden over the situation in Ukraine, where military tensions continued, and explained the contents of the direct talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin and others.
France seems to have confirmed with President Biden that it will continue dialogue using the frameworks of Russia, Ukraine, and Germany in order to resolve the situation.
President Emmanuel Macron had a telephone meeting with President Biden on the 9th, and according to the announcements of both governments, President Macron had a direct meeting between Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Emmanuel Macron on the 7th and 8th of this month, respectively. It means that I explained the contents.
President Emmanuel Macron said in a meeting with the two leaders that Russia, Ukraine and Germany would thoroughly agree on a ceasefire in eastern Ukraine, where government troops and pro-Russian armed groups continue to fight to prevent the situation from worsening. They agreed to continue the dialogue using the framework of the country.
President Macron is also believed to have confirmed this policy with President Biden.
Regarding the situation in Ukraine, White House spokesman Saki said at a press conference on the 9th that President Biden will hold dialogues with leaders from European countries to deal with Russia. Whether the Russian side will take action to ease tensions. "
British Foreign Minister to meet with Russian Foreign Minister
As tensions continue over the situation in Ukraine, the British Foreign Ministry has announced that Foreign Minister Truss will visit Russia on a two-day schedule from the 9th to meet with Foreign Minister Sergeĭ Viklov.
Britain is calling on Russia to ease tensions with Ukraine and engage in meaningful discussions.
The British government has announced that if Russia invades Ukraine, it will significantly expand the scope of individuals and companies close to the Russian authorities and strengthen economic sanctions.
"If Russia invades Ukraine, it will have serious consequences for all involved," Truss said in a statement, after restraining Russia and calling on Russia for a diplomatic solution.