Tensions surrounding Ukraine escalated last month amid fears of a Russian invasion as Moscow began amassing troops on the border between the two countries. Macron visited Moscow and Kyiv this week for talks with both leaders, urging continued "firm dialogue" with Russia. And Russian President Vladimir Putin said after his talks with Macron that Moscow would "do everything to find compromises that suit everyone." Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky also said he hoped separate talks between high-ranking officials in Berlin on Thursday could pave the way for a summit aimed at reviving the peace process.