Russian and Ukrainian officials are set to meet in Istanbul for a third round of direct peace talks, the first in over seven weeks, as the war continues to escalate.
Despite renewed efforts and international pressure—including threats of new sanctions from the US—expectations for a breakthrough remain low, with both sides holding firm to their demands. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has reiterated his willingness to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin face-to-face to secure a lasting peace. The talks come as civilian casualties rise and military aid to Ukraine increases, highlighting the urgent need for a ceasefire.
However, the Kremlin insists that any peace agreement must meet Russia's stated objectives, making a swift resolution unlikely.
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