Moscow, January 29: The Kremlin has extended a formal invitation to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to visit Moscow for direct peace negotiations, signaling a potential shift in the diplomatic landscape of the ongoing conflict. The invitation marks one of the most significant diplomatic overtures from Moscow since the full-scale invasion began in February 2022. Russia-Ukraine War: Donald Trump Says Vladimir Putin Agreed to Halt Strikes on Kyiv for a Week As Ukraine Braces for Extreme Cold. While the Kremlin emphasized its readiness for "serious and constructive" dialogue, the Russian administration noted that the ball is now in Kyiv’s court. President Zelenskyy has not yet issued a formal response to the invitation.