Russia ready to talk to Kiev, but will not stop special operation — foreign minister

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Russia's foreign minister stated that Russia is ready to engage in talks with Kiev but will continue its special military operation. The minister emphasized that the US executive order banning talks with Moscow remains in force, viewing Russia's willingness as a significant gesture.

"This is already a massive gesture of goodwill on our part, because his executive order banning [talks with Moscow] is still in force," the top Russian diplomat said