The Russian President Vladimir Putin in a telephone conversation With German Chancellor Angela Merkel and French President Francois Hollande expressed concern on the increasing cases of violation of the regime of silence in the Donbass, the parties discussed additional measures de-escalate tensions in the region, informs on the last working day of the week, the press service of the Kremlin.

"The Russian side stressed concern over the increasing attacks by the Ukrainian security forces and civilian objects, leading to the death of civilians. They exchanged views on possible additional measures to the strict observance of the ceasefire and de-escalate tension, " - said in the report.

Close attention was paid to the 4 sub-working groups within the framework of the Contact group. Agreed on the continuation of work at different levels, highlighted by the Russian leadership.

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