Putin refused to negotiate in Vienna: Stocker stated that the Kremlin fears the truth.

President of Russia Vladimir Putin rejects Austria's proposal to become a venue for peace talks to end the Russo-Ukrainian war. According to Austrian Chancellor Christian Stocker, Putin is skeptical of this initiative and considers Vienna a 'hostile place'.

Austrian Chancellor Christian Stocker reported that Russian President Vladimir Putin refused Austria's proposal to serve as a location for peace talks regarding the conclusion of the Russo-Ukrainian war. According to Stocker, Putin is skeptical about this proposal and sees Vienna as a hostile place.

Stocker emphasized that Russia has launched an aggressive war against Ukraine, violating international law. He stressed that Austria supports a just and stable peace and cannot be placed on the same level as the aggressor.

The Chancellor also noted that Austria is ready to offer itself as a venue for talks and supports any efforts aimed at achieving peace. He highlighted that Ukraine should be present at the negotiations, and Europe must play an active role.