A meeting is scheduled to take place in Istanbul on Friday between delegations from Moscow and Kyiv, marking the first direct discussion on the conflict in Ukraine since 2022. However, the prospects for a productive dialogue appear dim as Russian President Vladimir Putin has opted to skip the talks, preferring to send a team with a reduced level of prominence. Stay updated with the latest news and developments by following our live blog.
Source: https://www.france24.com/en/europe/20250516-live-ukraine-russia-ceasefire-talks-istanbul-putin-absence-zelensky-trump-war-turkey-usa
