Ceasefire Talks Hang in Balance: Russia Proposes Istanbul, Ukraine Seeks Peace Plan

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A potential second round of ceasefire talks between Russia and Ukraine is being proposed for Istanbul next week, with the Kremlin expressing optimism and praising the US for its mediating role. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov indicated that the Russian delegation would be ready for discussions with Ukraine in Turkiye as early as Monday morning, focusing on developing conditions for a temporary truce.

However, Ukraine’s Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha has introduced a crucial caveat: Kyiv will only send a delegation to Istanbul if Russia first provides its concrete proposals for a peace deal. This precondition from Ukraine highlights a desire for clarity and substance in any future negotiations. While Russia is indeed working on a list of conditions, Peskov stated that the specifics of this memorandum would not be published, potentially creating a sticking point.

A significant reported demand from Russia for ending the conflict is a written pledge from Western leaders to cease NATO’s eastward expansion. This sensitive issue gained attention through comments from Keith Kellogg, Donald Trump’s envoy to Ukraine, who acknowledged the fairness of Russia’s concerns regarding NATO’s growth and stated the United States’ disinterest in Ukraine joining the alliance. The Kremlin welcomed Kellogg’s statement, seeing it as an indication of Washington’s understanding of Russia’s long-standing position and appreciating its ongoing mediating role.

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