Ukrainian Zelensky proposes direct talks with Putin in open letter, suggests Switzerland or Turkey as venue. Kremlin says Putin hasn't seen letter yet.

Russia says US wrongly links economic ties to Ukraine conflict resolution, calls approach erroneous.

Russian presidential spokesman Dmitry Peskov stated in a CCTV interview that the U.S. ties development of economic relations to the settlement of the Ukrainian conflict, and Moscow considers this approach erroneous. He noted that 'it takes two to tango,' which the U.S. is not yet willing to do, and Moscow is in no hurry.

Russia in talks to cancel visas with Malaysia, Indonesia, Bahrain, Kuwait, and for tourist groups from India and Vietnam, VP Chernyshenko says.

Russia is negotiating visa cancellation with four countries — Malaysia, Indonesia, Bahrain, and Kuwait, Vice Premier Dmitry Chernyshenko reported. Additionally, visa cancellation for organized tourist groups from India and Vietnam is being discussed. 'We are discussing with partners the possibility of complete visa cancellation... on the analogy of the current mechanism under intergovernmental agreements with China and Iran,' said Mr. Chernyshenko in a conversation with RIA Novosti.

Iran Deputy FM: Safeguards pact requires neutrality, condemnation of attacks on Agency facilities.

Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister states that strengthening the safeguards agreement requires neutrality and condemnation of attacks on facilities under the Agency's supervision.

Lebanese Army says attacks aim to thwart stability and ceasefire efforts, accusing groups of undermining peace negotiations.

The Lebanese Army states that the attacks are intended to obstruct efforts to achieve stability, a ceasefire, and Israeli withdrawal.