Russia and Ukraine have resumed peace talks in Istanbul, but little progress has been made toward a ceasefire or a comprehensive peace agreement.
Despite proposals for a leaders' summit involving Zelensky, Putin, Trump, and Erdogan, both sides remain far apart on key issues, with Russia insisting on achieving its war objectives before considering peace. The talks have resulted in agreements on prisoner swaps, allowing the return of captured soldiers, but deadly attacks and missile strikes continue in Ukraine. President Zelensky has repeatedly called for direct negotiations with Putin, while the Kremlin downplays expectations and warns against expecting quick breakthroughs.
International pressure, including threats of new sanctions from the US, has so far failed to shift the positions of either side.
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