Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has stated he will only discuss territorial matters directly with Russian President Vladimir Putin, Russian state controlled network RT reported.

Zelensky's remarks follow the second round of peace talks between Russian and Ukrainian delegations in Istanbul earlier this month.

In an interview with Hungarian outlet Valasz Online, as reported by RT.com, Zelensky said the Ukrainian delegation involved in peace talks in Istanbul is not authorized to negotiate on sovereignty or territorial integrity.