Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has addressed an open letter to Russian President Vladimir Putin, advocating for a meeting at a neutral venue to negotiate an end to the ongoing war. Zelenskyy emphasizes Ukraine's readiness for a complete ceasefire during negotiations and suggests an exchange of prisoners-of-war. This appeal comes amid a backdrop of heightened violence, with recent Russian missile and drone strikes resulting in civilian casualties, including six deaths in Kyiv and 16 in Dnipro. The letter highlights the stalled peace efforts, particularly following US-led diplomatic initiatives that have faltered in recent months. Zelenskyy asserts that Ukraine does not seek a permanent conflict, stating that life without war is preferable. In response, Putin expressed Russia's willingness to negotiate but noted that previous discussions have not yielded results. He also indicated that Zelenskyy could visit Moscow, a suggestion Zelenskyy has dismissed, preferring a neutral location for talks.