Ukraine demands Russia provide a detailed document outlining its ceasefire proposals before sending a delegation to Istanbul for talks next week. Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha stated that a clear agenda is crucial for meaningful negotiations. President Zelenskyy echoed this sentiment, citing Russia's lack of concrete proposals as a sign of bad faith. Previous talks in Istanbul yielded limited progress, with Ukraine expressing disappointment in Russia's delegation. While Ukraine is open to a truce, it remains wary of Russia's intentions, suspecting maximalist demands. Turkey's suggestion of a leaders' summit hinges on the success of the bilateral talks.

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