Украина и Россия возобновляют мирные переговоры в условиях низких надежд и нарастающего давления

Russian and Ukrainian officials have resumed direct peace talks in Istanbul, marking the first such negotiations in seven weeks.

Despite renewed efforts, expectations for a breakthrough remain low, with both sides holding firm to their demands and the Kremlin insisting its goals must be met before any settlement. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has called for a face-to-face meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin, emphasizing the need for decisive action to achieve a lasting ceasefire. The talks are taking place under the shadow of increased Western pressure, including threats of new sanctions from the US and ongoing military aid to Ukraine.

As fighting continues and civilian casualties mount, the international community watches closely, but a swift resolution appears unlikely.