Ukraine and Russia are scheduled to hold a new round of peace talks in Istanbul, Turkey, marking the first direct negotiations in several weeks.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has reiterated his willingness to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin face-to-face to secure a lasting peace. However, the Kremlin has downplayed expectations, insisting that Russia's core demands must be met before any real progress can be made. Despite ongoing deadly attacks in Ukraine and continued Western support for Kyiv, both sides appear entrenched in their positions, making a significant breakthrough unlikely.
The talks come as international pressure mounts and the humanitarian toll of the conflict continues to rise.
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