Budanov announced a new round of negotiations and a possible prisoner exchange as early as this week

Budanov expects prisoner exchange and continuation of negotiations this week. Photo: Suspilne

The head of the President's Office, Kyrylo Budanov, said that a new prisoner exchange with Russia could take place this week. He also said that the next round of negotiations involving Ukraine, the United States and Russia is likely to take place on 26-27 February.

In a comment to Suspilne, he noted that work on the exchange is currently underway.

«We are working on it. It's a significant number. More than last time, let's say,» said the head of the Office of the President.

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In addition, he said that a new round of peace talks could take place on 26–27 February. One of the key issues remains the territorial question. The Russian side continues to insist on control over Donbas.

He also commented on the possibility of a meeting between Zelenskyy and Putin.

«I don't know yet. Yes, we have raised such issues. So far, there is no final decision,» he said.

Earlier, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said that Kyiv was ready for real compromises in the negotiations but would not accept ultimatums from Russia.