Украина и Россия готовятся к новым мирным переговорам в условиях нарастающих атак, но надежды остаются низкими

Ukraine and Russia are scheduled to resume peace negotiations in Istanbul this Wednesday, marking the first direct talks in seven weeks.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has reiterated his willingness for a face-to-face meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin, emphasizing the urgency of a ceasefire as Russian attacks continue to cause civilian casualties. Despite the renewed diplomatic push, the Kremlin has downplayed expectations, insisting that Russia's core war objectives remain unchanged and must be met before any real peace can be achieved. The talks come as international pressure mounts and the US pledges further military aid to Ukraine.

Both sides appear entrenched, making a breakthrough unlikely even as the humanitarian toll rises.