Zelensky accused the Russian side of not taking the talks seriously, and that he did not see decision-makers among their delegation, despite direct negotiations taking place at the urging of Moscow. He had earlier described the Russian delegation as "theatrical."

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky stated that negotiations between Ukraine and Russia on an unconditional ceasefire can be held in Türkiye at the technical group level, without the participation of the heads of state.