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Zelenskyy and Erdogan discuss proposed Ukraine peace talks

On May 12, 2025, Russian President Vladimir Putin proposed direct peace talks with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in Istanbul, Turkey, aimed at ending the war.
The talks follow a Western-backed demand by Kyiv and allies for an unconditional 30-day ceasefire, which Russia has rejected, and come amid mounting threats of new sanctions.
Zelenskyy confirmed his readiness to attend the Istanbul talks if Putin participates in person, while Erdogan urged seizing the current diplomatic opportunity, and Trump publicly supported the negotiations.
Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov stated Russia is committed to serious negotiations and criticized European ultimatum-style language, emphasizing the talks aim to resolve root causes and establish lasting peace.
The proposed Istanbul talks mark a significant diplomatic moment but face challenges including mutual distrust, unresolved ceasefire demands, and ongoing hostilities such as recent Russian drone attacks on Ukraine.

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"Erdogan is pragmatic and opportunistic": between Moscow and Kiev, Turkey's delicate balancing game

On Saturday Vladimir Putin proposed direct talks between Russians and Ukrainians in Istanbul, a few days after an ultimatum from Kiev and his allies for a 30-day ceasefire. Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan confirmed on Sunday his country's willingness to host negotiations for a lasting peace in Ukraine. How did Turkey position itself as a mediator in the conflict between Moscow and Kiev? What is its position? - "Erdogan is pragmatic and op…

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21st Century Institute: these are the most important dilemmas of the Russian-Ukrainian peace negotiations

The peaceful settlement of the Ukrainian war has gained new momentum after Russia proposed direct talks in Istanbul, which Ukraine has also considered. There is a serious disagreement between the parties on the terms of the ceasefire, but the biggest obstacle is territorial disputes, so it can be predicted that the success of the Russian-Ukrainian peace talks will require serious compromises.

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Negotiations. Zelensky has spoken to Erdoğan

Putin and Zelensky must meet this Friday in Turkey to start peace negotiations. The Ukrainian President said he was already on the phone with the President of Turkey.

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Zelensky: Will meet Erdogan in Ankara

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announces that he will meet with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan in Ankara, either on Wednesday or Thursday.

14 hours ago·Stockholm, Sweden

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Search for peace solutions: "In Turkey, it is assumed that Putin will send a delegation"

The Ukrainian President Selenskyy will certainly appear on possible talks in Turkey. Whether Russian President Putin and US President Trump will arrive is unclear, as Marion Sendker from Istanbul reports.

20 hours ago·Dortmund, Germany

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