Merz says 'obvious' Putin-Zelensky meet won't happen

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has stated that a meeting between Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky will not occur, calling it "obvious." There had been hopes for a face-to-face discussion between the two leaders amidst the ongoing conflict involving Ukraine. However, recent developments have eroded that possibility. The situation remains tense as both nations continue to navigate their respective diplomatic stances.