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Russia confirms receipt of Ukraine’s peace proposal
Russian presidential aide Vladimir Medinsky confirmed that Moscow has received a Ukrainian memorandum aimed at peaceful settlement. He stated that the major points are already well-known.
On June 1, the Russian official discussed the matter, noting that the primary themes of the document delivered to the Russian delegation have already been disclosed by Western media. The memorandum was handed over in both Ukrainian and English.
"We managed just fine. Our delegation includes people who are …
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Zelensky signals possible Ukrainian withdrawal from upcoming Istanbul talks amid memorandum dispute with Russia
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has indicated Ukraine may not attend the proposed June 2 meeting in Istanbul with Russian negotiators. This comes as Kyiv reportedly has yet to receive a so-called memorandum from Russia detailing conditions for a ceasefire, according to a statement following a phone conversation between Zelensky and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan. President Zelensky emphasized the constructive discussion he had with Erdogan, extending gratitude for Ankara's …
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Kremlin: Russian delegation to meet Ukrainian representatives in Istanbul on May 15
Russian President Vladimir Putin has confirmed Russia’s readiness to enter into negotiations with Ukraine in Istanbul on May 15, without any preconditions. Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov conveyed the message during a press briefing, emphasizing that the composition of the Russian delegation remains undisclosed, pending instructions from President Putin himself. "Nothing has changed in this regard. We will provide the details once we receive the relevant directives from the president. No …
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Zelensky seeks direct talks with Putin in Istanbul
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is pushing for a personal meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin during upcoming negotiations in Istanbul, emphasizing the importance of discussing a total ceasefire and a comprehensive prisoner exchange.
"We cannot expect to agree on everything immediately. It is impossible, as we have different life perspectives. Nevertheless, we must find a way to end the war. There are issues we need to agree on, though technical details can be discussed later. …
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Brazil's President Lula aims to convince Putin to join Ukraine peace talks in Istanbul
Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has stated he intends to personally persuade Russian President Vladimir Putin to participate in planned peace talks with Ukraine in Istanbul. Lula da Silva plans to make a stop in Moscow on his return journey from China to Brazil and will "try to talk" to Putin, as he told journalists in Beijing on Wednesday, May 14.
"I have no problem saying: 'Hey, Comrade Putin, go to Istanbul and negotiate, for heaven’s sake,'" he said. The Brazilian President …
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Russia reduces strikes on Ukraine ahead of Istanbul talks
Ahead of possible negotiations in Istanbul, Russia has significantly reduced its intensity of strikes on Ukraine, according to an analysis of recent reports from the Ukrainian Air Force (UAF).
In a marked change, the Russian military deployed 10 drones against Ukraine in the early hours of Tuesday, a number more than 10 times lower than the preceding two nights, as reported by the UAF. This reduction comes amidst calls from Ukraine’s European partners for Russia to agree to a 30-day ceasefire …
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American and Russian diplomats to meet in Istanbul
discuss embassy operations. This announcement was made by Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov on Wednesday, February 26, in Doha. "Such a meeting will take place tomorrow in Istanbul, and I believe that the outcome will shed light on how swiftly and effectively we can move forward,” said Lavrov. According to the minister, "high-level diplomats and experts will meet to address systemic issues."
Meanwhile, the Kremlin has weighed in on the possibility of a meeting between Russian President …
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German Foreign Minister Baerbock: Ukraine was ready for concessions in 2022 Istanbul talks with Russia
German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock has stated that Ukraine was prepared to make concessions during the negotiations with Russia in Istanbul, Turkey, in March 2022, reported to the German newspaper BILD.
She stressed that there is a universal desire for the end of the war. "We are doing everything possible to turn this hope into reality. This includes supplying weapons so Ukraine can defend itself," said Baerbock.
Baerbock contended that those who argue weapon supplies only prolong the …
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Ukraine to sell Turkey guided tank missiles
The Ukrainian company SpetsTechnoExport has signed an agreement to sell Turkey 120 mm Konus guided tank missiles, Ukrinform reports. Production of the missiles will begin in the next few days. The relevant agreement was signed during the IDEF 2019 international defense exhibition in Istanbul.
“During the first stage of implementing the contract, we will supply 120 mm Konus guided missiles and guidance systems to integrate them with the primary Turkish combat tanks. Subsequently, as a result of …