U.S. officials were in Moscow for talks, and the Russian leader said he was open to a cease-fire, but President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine expressed skepticism.

Ukrainian President Zelensky criticiSed Putin's response to a proposed ceasefire, calling it manipulative. He accused Russia of complicating negotiations and claimed Putin is preparing to refuse the ceasefire while expressing concerns over military advantages Ukraine could gain.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky described Putin's response to the plan as "manipulative" and called for more sanctions on Russia