Recent peace talks between Russia and Ukraine in Istanbul have yielded little progress toward a ceasefire, despite renewed efforts and international pressure.
Both sides agreed to a new prisoner swap, but remain far apart on key issues, with Russia insisting on achieving its war aims and Ukraine demanding robust security guarantees. Ukrainian President Zelenskyy has called for a direct summit with Russian President Putin, and even proposed including leaders like Trump and Erdogan, but the Kremlin has downplayed the likelihood of such a meeting. The talks have been brief and largely unproductive, with ongoing violence and civilian casualties underscoring the urgency of a resolution.
Observers warn that without significant breakthroughs, the conflict could drag on for years.
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