Russia-Ukraine Peace Talks Fail After Two Hours | JQJO

Direct peace talks between Russia and Ukraine in Istanbul ended after less than two hours. Ukraine accused Russia of presenting new unacceptable demands for Ukrainian troop withdrawals from significant territories. Ukraine reiterated its focus on a ceasefire and substantive diplomacy, aligning with proposals from the U.S. and European partners. While both sides engaged in diplomatic maneuvering ahead of the talks, a Ukrainian soldier expressed skepticism about achieving a swift end to the conflict. Meanwhile, fighting continues, with a recent drone attack in Kupiansk resulting in casualties. The possibility of a Trump-Putin meeting is being discussed, potentially offering a path to a breakthrough.