Russian and Ukrainian officials are set to meet in Istanbul for a new round of peace talks, the first in over seven weeks, as both sides remain deeply divided on key issues.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has reiterated his willingness to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin directly, emphasizing the need for a lasting peace. Despite renewed diplomatic efforts, expectations for a significant breakthrough are low, with the Kremlin insisting on achieving its war objectives before agreeing to any settlement. The talks come amid ongoing military escalation, fresh US military aid to Ukraine, and international pressure, including new threats of sanctions from the US.
Both sides have signaled readiness to negotiate, but fundamental disagreements persist, making a swift resolution unlikely.
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