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Kremlin: Putin-Zelensky Meeting Still Possible

RUSSIA

Comments from Kremlin spox Dmitri Peskov hitting wires.

  • Kremlin says it doesn't reject the possibility of a Putin-Zelenskyy meeting, but only possible once a document has been agreed. Does not offer any further comment on talks.
  • Kremlin says accusations against Russia over events in Bucha are 'without foundation' and a 'clear attempt to smear the Russian army'. Claims the massacre is a 'monstrous forgery'.
  • Kremlin says Russian initiatives at UN being blocked, 'but we won't remain idle'.
  • Kremlin says 'we know new sanctions against Russia are possible' and that Americans are not likely to stop their 'favourite practice'.
  • When asked about US President Joe Biden's comment that President Putin should stand trial for war crimes, spox says 'this is unacceptable and unworthy of a US president'.
  • Kremlin says expulsions of Russian diplomats are 'regrettable, short-sighted and will inevitably lead to a reciprocal response by Moscow'.
  • Says Russia is not in a rush to switch payments in roubles for all exports, such a process should be gradual and well-prepared.

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