Ukraine and Russia are set to hold a third round of peace talks in Istanbul, with expectations for significant progress remaining low.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has renewed calls for direct negotiations with Russian President Vladimir Putin, emphasizing the urgent need for a ceasefire and prisoner exchanges. The talks come as Russia continues its military attacks on Ukraine, and the US pledges further military aid to Kyiv. Both sides have reiterated their core demands, with the Kremlin insisting on achieving its objectives before agreeing to peace.
International observers and officials caution that a major breakthrough is unlikely in the near term.
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