Ukraine and Russia set for fresh peace talks, Zelensky says
Summary
Ukraine and Russia will meet for new peace talks in Istanbul on Wednesday, as confirmed by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. The meeting aims to discuss a prisoner exchange and potential future discussions between leaders. These talks come amid increased conflict and recent threats of sanctions from the United States if a ceasefire is not achieved.Key Facts
- Ukraine and Russia will hold peace talks in Istanbul on Wednesday.
- Ukrainian President Zelensky discussed preparations for these talks with Security Council chief Rustem Umerov.
- The U.S. has threatened Russia with sanctions if a ceasefire is not reached within 50 days.
- The U.S. has also promised to provide new weapons to Ukraine.
- Russia has not yet publicly commented on the upcoming talks.
- The meeting will focus on prisoner exchanges and possibly a meeting between Zelensky and Putin.
- Previous peace talks in Istanbul did not lead to a ceasefire.
- Russia recently increased its attacks on Ukrainian cities, leading to more casualties.
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