Putin urges Ukraine referendum delay in joint presser with Swiss president

The transcript discusses the importance of establishing a direct dialogue between Kyiv authorities and representatives of Southeast Ukraine. It requests the postponement of planned referendums in Southeast Ukraine and highlights the alignment of approaches to resolve the crisis. Additionally, it conveys Russia's demand for Kyiv to immediately cease military operations in Southeast Ukraine.

What is considered the most crucial step in resolving the crisis according to the transcript?

• Establishing a direct dialogue between Kyiv authorities and Southeastern Ukraine representatives

• Seeking international intervention

• Increasing military presence in Southeastern Ukraine

• Holding immediate referendums

What action is requested regarding the referendums scheduled for May 11?

• To move them to a different location

• To conduct them as planned

• To postpone them

• To cancel them permanently

What does the discussion reveal about the approaches to resolving the crisis?

• They are irrelevant

• They are completely different

• They are largely aligned

• They are not discussed

What is Russia's demand to the Kyiv authorities?

• To increase military operations

• To hold new elections

• To negotiate with international bodies

• To immediately cease all military punitive operations

What is emphasized in the final section of the transcript?

• The need for more military operations

• The urgency of ceasing military operations

• The importance of holding referendums

• The role of international intervention