Ukrainian and Russian officials are set to meet in Istanbul for a new round of peace negotiations, the first in several weeks, as the war continues to escalate.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has reiterated his willingness to meet directly with Russian President Vladimir Putin, but the Kremlin has downplayed expectations, insisting that Russia's core demands must be met before any real progress can be made. Despite international support for the talks, including from the US, both sides remain entrenched, with Russia intensifying attacks and Ukraine seeking stronger international backing. The agenda for the talks is complicated, and both sides have exchanged draft memoranda, but neither expects a breakthrough.
The ongoing conflict and lack of compromise suggest that a lasting peace remains elusive for now.
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