אוקראינה ורוסיה מחדשות את השיחות השלום בתנאים של תקוות נמוכות ולחץ מוגבר

Russian and Ukrainian officials have met in Istanbul for a new round of peace talks, the first in several weeks, as the war continues to inflict heavy casualties and destruction. Despite renewed diplomatic efforts and proposals for a direct meeting between Presidents Zelenskyy and Putin, both sides remain far apart on key issues, with the Kremlin insisting on achieving its war aims before agreeing to peace. The talks come amid increased international pressure, including threats of new sanctions from the US and calls for more military aid to Ukraine. Ukrainian President Zelenskyy has repeatedly called for stepped-up negotiations and a face-to-face summit, but Russian officials have downplayed the chances of a breakthrough. Overall, expectations for a ceasefire or significant progress remain low, as both sides continue to prepare for further conflict.