Ukraine seeks ceasefire and prisoner release in Istanbul talks
On Monday in Istanbul, another round of talks between representatives of Russia and Ukraine will take place. On Sunday, Volodymyr Zelensky disclosed who will lead the Ukrainian delegation and outlined the three main objectives to be achieved.
What you need to know
- The Ukrainian delegation at Monday’s talks in Istanbul will be led by Defence Minister Rustem Umerov.
- President Zelensky has defined the key goals of the meeting: achieving a total ceasefire, the release of prisoners, and the return of abducted children.
- This is the second phase of talks between the delegations from Russia and Ukraine; the first was held on the 16th of May, also in Istanbul.
Zelensky spoke on social media about Monday's talks. Earlier, a preliminary meeting was held in Kyiv.
“First – a full and unconditional ceasefire. Second – the release of prisoners. Third – the return of abducted children. And in order to establish a reliable and lasting peace and ensure security, preparation of the meeting at the highest level. The key issues can only be resolved by the leaders. On Monday, our delegation will be led by Rustem Umerov,” informed Zelensky on platform X.
“I heard reports from the Minister of Defense of Ukraine, the Minister of Foreign Affairs, the General Staff, our intelligence agencies, and the Security Service of Ukraine. Our defense, our active actions, and our diplomacy,” he emphasised.
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The head of the Ukrainian President’s office, Andriy Yermak, previously emphasized that Ukraine expects Russia to present a memorandum on a peace agreement.
Yermak assured that Ukraine is ready for constructive discussion.
Source: PAP
