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"They [the two presidents] also discussed the situation in Ukraine, especially in the context of the implementation of the set of measures to resolve the conflict, agreed in Minsk on February 12, 2015. Putin expressed hope that the Kyiv authorities would finally take practical steps to comply with their obligations as soon as possible, including the establishment of a direct dialogue with Donbas, granting amnesty, and carrying out constitutional reform, coordination with the representatives of Donetsk and Luhansk and the enactment of amendments to the law on special status [of Donbas],” reads the statement.

It is noted that the conversation between the leaders of Russia and the U.S. was open and businesslike.

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They expressed support for the efforts of two target groups - on ceasefire and on humanitarian aspects.

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