Emmanuel Macron: President Putin confirmed his willingness to commit on three points

French President Emmanuel Macron reiterated Western demands to halt Russia’s attack on Ukraine in a phone call on Monday with Russian President Vladimir Putin, the French leader’s office said.

According to the Wall Street Journal, Mr. Macron told Mr. Putin to cease assaults on civilians, preserve civilian infrastructure and secure Ukraine’s roadways. “President Putin confirmed his willingness to commit on these three points,” the statement said.

The call between the two leaders lasted 90 minutes, according to a close aide to Mr. Macron. Mr. Macron called Mr. Putin at the request of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, with whom the French leader spoke earlier Monday, the aide added.

Messrs. Macron and Putin agreed to stay in touch within the next few days to prevent the situation from deteriorating further, Mr. Macron’s office said.