Online reports, Russian President Vladimir Putin said he had a fruitful telephone conversation with U.S. President Trump on Monday, according to Russian official media reports. Trump expressed his position on the ceasefire during his conversation. Putin expressed gratitude to the United States for its participation in resuming direct dialogue between Russia and Ukraine, and said that Moscow is ready to cooperate with Ukraine on relevant memorandums for future peace talks. Once a relevant agreement is reached, a ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine is possible. Russia is in favor of stopping the fighting, but the most effective path to peace must be found. A memorandum between Russia and Ukraine may include issues such as ceasefire and settlement principles. Overall, we are on the right track. Russia and Ukraine must find a compromise that is suitable for both sides. We should eliminate the root causes of the crisis.