Russia sees “progress” in the negotiations with Ukraine, Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova said on Wednesday.
“In parallel with the special military operation [nombre dado por las autoridades rusas a la entrada de tropas rusas en Ucrania]negotiations are also underway with the Ukrainian side to put an end to the senseless bloodshed and resistance of the Ukrainian armed forces as soon as possible (…) Some progress has been madeZakharova said.
Russia’s goals “do not include the occupation of Ukrainethe destruction of their state or the overthrow of the current government,” he assured at a press conference, reiterating that he was not targeting the civilian population.
Russian troops entered Ukraine almost two weeks ago. The conflict has caused the exodus of millions of refugees and hundreds of deaths, including many civilians.