Russia is in favor of a cessation of hostilities, but it is necessary to develop the most effective ways towards peace.

Axar.az reports that Russian leader Vladimir Putin said these words in a statement after a telephone conversation with US President Donald Trump.

Putin added that if appropriate agreements are reached, a ceasefire in the situation in Ukraine is possible for a certain period.

According to the Russian president, Trump expressed his position on the cessation of hostilities in Ukraine during the conversation. Putin said that Russia is ready to work on a memorandum with Ukraine containing a ceasefire regime.

He stressed that Russia and Ukraine must find compromises that are acceptable to all parties.

Commenting on the resumption of negotiations with Ukraine, Putin noted: "We are on the right track overall."

It should be noted that this is the first time Putin has spoken about being ready for compromises.