A source stated that the European Commission seeks to maintain control over negotiations regarding Russia to prevent divisions within Europe on issues concerning the confrontation with Russia and support for Ukraine.

Israeli forces detained our parliamentary delegation and barred us from the West Bank. The violence is state policy.

Russian Presidential Spokesman Dmitry Peskov stated in an interview with NBC News that Russia is interested in establishing a lasting peace in Ukraine rather than a temporary ceasefire. He noted that the negotiations do not imply a ceasefire and said, "We do not want simply a ceasefire, we want peace.

Putin stated that he anticipates upcoming meetings with African leaders. He noted that the primary multilateral program has concluded and that several bilateral contacts have already occurred.