Russian and Ukrainian negotiators have met in Istanbul for the first direct peace talks in over seven weeks, aiming to find a path toward ending the ongoing war. Despite the renewed dialogue, expectations for a breakthrough remain low, with both sides maintaining firm positions and the Kremlin insisting on achieving its war goals. The talks come as international pressure mounts, including new threats of sanctions from the US and calls for a ceasefire. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has reiterated his willingness to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin face-to-face, emphasizing the urgency of reaching a lasting peace. Meanwhile, fighting continues on the ground, with civilian casualties and ongoing attacks highlighting the dire need for a resolution.
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