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Macron: Putin Agreed to Halt Strikes on Ukrainian Civilians


Mon 28 Feb 2022 | 07:06 PM
Omnia Ahmed

French President Emmanuel Macron had a phone call with Russian President Vladimir Putin at the request of the Ukrainian government, the Élysée Palace stated on Monday.

During the call, which lasted an hour and 30 mins, Macron stressed the international community’s demand that Russia halts its offensive against Ukraine, calling for an immediate ceasefire.

Furthermore, Macron asked Putin to ensure that for the duration of the ceasefire talks all strikes and attacks on civilians and their homes would be halted, civilian infrastructure would be preserved, and all main roads – particularly the road south out of Kyiv – would remain safe to use.

"President Putin confirmed his willingness to commit on these three points," the Élysée Palace said.

The French president also called on Putin to ensure international humanitarian law was respected and civilian populations and aid transports protected. He also asked the Russian president to “stay in touch over the coming days to avoid the situation worsening”.