In a bold move on Thursday, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced that Ukraine is sending a delegation to upcoming peace talks in Istanbul aimed at ending the conflict with Russia. Although he won't be at the negotiation table personally, his commitment to dialogue remains clear.
The announcement came at the Ukrainian embassy in Ankara after discussions with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, highlighting efforts to steer discussions towards a peaceful resolution.
Leading the delegation is Defense Minister Rustem Umerov, accompanied by experienced military and intelligence officers. 🇺🇦 While Ukraine stands firm on initiating dialogue, Zelenskyy expressed doubts about Moscow's intentions, noting that no decisive figures appear to be present in the Russian lineup.
With final schedules still pending confirmation from both Washington and Moscow, these talks hold promise for addressing the ongoing conflict if key issues—such as an unconditional ceasefire at the level of leaders—are brought to the table.
Stay tuned as developments unfold in Istanbul. Peace might just be a conversation away! 🚀
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Russia-Ukraine peace talks to be held in Istanbul amid differences
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