Putin: The date for the new round of Russia-Ukraine negotiations is being discussed, and he holds an open attitude towards talks with the U.S.

According to Jinse Finance and CCTV News, Russian President Putin stated on June 27 local time that Russia and Ukraine are negotiating to seek a path to reconciliation. The heads of both delegations are consulting on the possible dates for the new round of negotiations. In addition, the draft memorandum on resolving the conflict between Russia and Ukraine should become a topic of discussion in the third round of negotiations. Putin stated that Russia is prepared to transfer the remains of another 3,000 Ukrainian soldiers to Ukraine. The actions for the exchange of seized personnel between Russia and Ukraine will continue, creating conditions for substantive negotiations. He also mentioned that both sides will maintain contact after the actions. Putin expressed his openness to engaging and meeting with American figures, including Trump. He recognized the sincerity of the U.S. President's mediation in the Ukraine crisis and agreed with Trump's viewpoint that meetings would elevate cooperation to a new level. Putin stated that the prospects for economic cooperation between Russia and the U.S. are good, with American companies signaling their intention to return to the Russian market.