1. After months of stagnation, Russia blames Ukraine, US for the slow pace of peace talks  Kyiv independent
  2. The rhythm of Ukrainian talks depends on Kyiv’s efforts, Washington, Kremlin says  Reuters
  3. Vladimir Putin says Moscow is ready for the new round of peace talks with Ukraine  Euronews
  4. Moscow signals a willingness for new peace talks with Kyiv between the main points of the defense budget  United
  5. Putin says Russia and Ukraine nowhere near the conditions of peace  The times of Moscow