Russian and Ukrainian delegations have met in Istanbul for their first direct peace talks in over seven weeks, aiming to negotiate a ceasefire and address key issues such as prisoner exchanges and the return of abducted children.
The talks come as fighting intensifies in Ukraine and international pressure mounts, particularly from the US, with President Trump issuing new sanctions threats against Russia. Both sides remain deeply divided on the terms for ending the war, with the Kremlin insisting on achieving its objectives before agreeing to peace. Ukrainian President Zelenskyy has reiterated his willingness for a face-to-face meeting with President Putin, but expectations for a breakthrough remain low.
The renewed negotiations reflect faint hopes for progress, but significant obstacles persist.
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