Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Wednesday he was still interested in peace negotiations with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, and invited him to hold such a meeting in Moscow. Zelensky is unlikely to accept the invitation, both out of concern for his own safety and anger at Putin’s steadily escalating attacks on Ukrainian cities.

Putin claimed at a news conference in Beijing, where he attended China’s World War 2 victory parade, that he has always been prepared to meet with Zelensky.

“I have never refused this, provided the meeting is well-prepared and can lead to some positive potential outcomes,” Putin said.

“Donald asked me if I could possibly arrange such a meeting,” he continued, referring to U.S. President Donald Trump. “I replied that yes, it’s possible. Ultimat

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