Russia and Ukraine have resumed peace talks in Istanbul, but little progress has been made toward a ceasefire or a comprehensive peace agreement.
While both sides agreed to a new prisoner exchange, negotiations remain deadlocked over core issues, with Russia insisting on achieving its war aims and Ukraine pushing for a direct leaders' summit involving Zelensky, Putin, and possibly international figures like Trump and Erdogan. Despite renewed offers from Ukraine for face-to-face talks, deadly attacks continue, and hopes for a breakthrough remain low. The U.S. and other international actors are increasing pressure, but the positions of both sides are still far apart.
The ongoing conflict continues to cause civilian casualties and destruction, with no immediate end in sight.
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