Zelensky offers to meet Putin after Trump demands Ukraine hold direct talks with Russia
Summary
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has offered to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin in Istanbul for negotiations to end the war, following Donald Trump’s call for Ukraine to agree to direct talks. Zelensky wants the talks to happen after a ceasefire is established, while Putin has suggested discussions as a step toward peace.Key Facts
- Ukrainian President Zelensky offered to meet Russian President Putin in Istanbul on Thursday for peace talks.
- Zelensky made the offer after former U.S. President Trump urged Ukraine to accept Putin's proposal for direct talks.
- Zelensky stated that Ukraine is open to talks if a ceasefire is in place first.
- Western countries have asked for a 30-day pause in fighting, starting Monday.
- Putin invited Ukraine for negotiations and mentioned the possibility of a new truce.
- Russia indicated that Western military aid to Ukraine should stop before considering a ceasefire.
- Previous direct talks between Russia and Ukraine occurred in March 2022 in Istanbul.
- European leaders warned of new sanctions if Russia does not agree to a 30-day ceasefire.
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