Украина и Россия возобновляют мирные переговоры в Стамбуле в условиях низких надежд на прорыв

Ukrainian and Russian officials are set to meet in Istanbul for a new round of peace talks, marking the first direct negotiations in several weeks.

Both sides have downplayed expectations, with the Kremlin insisting that Russia's core demands must be met before any real progress can be made. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has renewed his offer for a face-to-face meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin, emphasizing the need for direct dialogue to achieve lasting peace. The talks come as fighting and drone attacks continue across Ukraine, and international actors like the US express support for renewed diplomatic efforts.

Despite the diplomatic push, both sides remain far apart on key issues, and a breakthrough appears unlikely in the near term.