Russian President Vladimir Putin open to talks with Ukrainian President Zelenskyy 'if necessary', says Kremlin

Russian President Vladimir Putin is open to talks with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, yet questions Zelensky's legitimacy. EU chief Ursula von der Leyen seeks to partner with the US to secure lasting peace for Ukraine. Meanwhile, US and Russia hold discussions in Saudi Arabia without Ukrainian participation, raising concerns in Kyiv and Europe.