Volodymyr Zelensky responds to Putin's statement. "It is a positive sign that the Russians have finally begun to consider ending the war. The entire world has been waiting for this for a very long time,

Later in the day, they are scheduled to host a virtual meeting with other leaders. They will provide an update on progress towards what is being called an "international reassurance force", that Number 10 says could "regenerate" Ukraine's armed forces after a possible peace deal.

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer backed his call, saying in a summit speech that 'Russia is dragging its feet and playing games'