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Istanbul

The largest city in Turkey and a city on two continents
Istanbul is the largest city in Turkey and Europe, located on both banks of the Bosphorus Strait, which connects the Black and Marmara Seas. It is the only city in the world located on two continents simultaneously, Europe and Asia, and as of 2023, its population is approximately 15.7 million people, with an area of 5461 km². Founded as Byzantium in 667 BC, the city changed its name to Constantinople in 330 AD and became the capital of the Eastern Roman Empire. Throughout its history, Istanbul has been the capital of three great empires – the Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman – receiving its modern name in 1930.
1930
The city officially received its modern name, Istanbul
1973
The Bosphorus Bridge, connecting Asia and Europe over water for the first time, was opened
1988
The Fatih Sultan Mehmet Bridge (Second Bosphorus Bridge) was opened
2004
Istanbul hosted the Eurovision Song Contest
2005
The city hosted the UEFA Champions League final
2010
The city was designated a European Capital of Culture
2013
The Marmaray underwater railway tunnel was opened
2016
The Eurasia underwater road tunnel was opened
2018
The New Istanbul Airport, which became one of the largest in the world, was opened
2023
The city hosted the UEFA Champions League final for the second time
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Ukraine and Russia cannot be considered on the same level, our state is defending itself, the Russian Federation is attacking - Tykhyi

The Foreign Ministry spokesman stressed that Ukraine and Russia cannot be put on the same level. Negotiations in Istanbul lasted an hour, but there was no breakthrough.

Politics • June 2, 03:14 PM • 1959 views
President's Office explained in what issue the positions of Russia and Ukraine differ

Ukraine insists on a ceasefire for negotiations, Russia wants to discuss issues without it. Ukraine plans contacts with the US and European partners for integration into the process.

War in Ukraine • June 2, 03:12 PM • 2426 views
"It was a wonderful meeting": Erdoğan commented on the second round of negotiations between Ukraine and Russia

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan welcomed the agreement on the exchange of prisoners between Ukraine and Russia. The parties also initiated a new meeting at the end of June.

War in Ukraine • June 2, 03:09 PM • 2267 views
Russia continues to reject the idea of an unconditional ceasefire - Kyslytsia

Serhiy Kyslytsia stated that Russia rejects the idea of an unconditional ceasefire. Despite negotiations with the American delegation, the proposals were not accepted by the Russian side.

War in Ukraine • June 2, 02:58 PM • 2158 views
DIU on the new exchange: there is an agreement on two categories in the "all for all" format, preliminary terms have been determined

During the negotiations in Istanbul, Ukraine and Russia agreed on an exchange of seriously ill and young soldiers aged 18 to 25 according to the "all for all" formula. The parties also agreed on the return of the bodies of deceased soldiers.

War in Ukraine • June 2, 02:53 PM • 2082 views
Ukraine and Russia have agreed to exchange all seriously ill and prisoners of war under the age of 25 - Umerov

Ukraine and Russia have agreed to a prisoner of war exchange, particularly those who are seriously ill and individuals under the age of 25. Additionally, Ukraine has handed over a list of deported children.

War in Ukraine • June 2, 02:39 PM • 142158 views
Ukraine is convinced that all key issues can only be resolved at the level of leaders - Umerov

Following the negotiations in Istanbul, Ukraine believes that a meeting of leaders is necessary to resolve key issues. It also submitted a list of children for return and awaits a response.

War in Ukraine • June 2, 02:36 PM • 2194 views
Ukraine has proposed a new meeting with Russia by the end of June

The Ukrainian side initiated another meeting with Russia between June 20 and 30. During the negotiations, the parties agreed on an exchange of prisoners of war.

War in Ukraine • June 2, 02:21 PM • 144135 views
Ukraine and Russia in Istanbul agreed on the return of 6,000 bodies for 6,000 bodies of dead soldiers - Umerov

During negotiations in Istanbul, Ukraine and Russia agreed to exchange the bodies of dead soldiers in the format of 6,000 for 6,000. The parties also agreed to carry out an exchange with an emphasis on the seriously wounded.

War in Ukraine • June 2, 02:13 PM • 2506 views
Ukraine has handed over to Russia a list of several hundred children who need to be returned - Umerov

The Ukrainian delegation handed over to the Russians a list of hundreds of deported children as a step towards a peaceful settlement. An agreement on the exchange of prisoners of war was also reached in Istanbul.

War in Ukraine • June 2, 02:09 PM • 2078 views
Umerov confirmed: Ukraine and Russia agreed on a new exchange, focusing on the seriously wounded, young people

During negotiations in Istanbul, Ukrainian and Russian delegations agreed on an exchange of prisoners of war, focusing on the seriously wounded and young people. An exchange of bodies of the dead will also be carried out.

War in Ukraine • June 2, 01:49 PM • 3058 views
"There were no negative results" - Turkish Foreign Ministry on negotiations between Russia and Ukraine in Istanbul

Turkish Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Öncü Keçeli stated that the negotiations between Russia and Ukraine, organized by Turkey in Istanbul, did not have negative results.

War in Ukraine • June 2, 01:36 PM • 3681 views
Negotiations between Ukraine and Russia: Russian media announce the third round "in a while"

Russian media report on preparations for the third round of negotiations between Ukraine and Russia. Negotiations are not expected to continue today; the previous meeting lasted more than an hour.

War in Ukraine • June 2, 01:22 PM • 60734 views
Negotiations in Istanbul have concluded, a new prisoner exchange is being prepared - Zelenskyy

The President of Ukraine announced the completion of negotiations in Istanbul. According to him, a new large-scale exchange of prisoners between Ukraine and Russia is being prepared.

Politics • June 2, 01:20 PM • 24324 views
Ukraine and Russia negotiations in Turkey: Ministry of Foreign Affairs announces three key demands of Kyiv

The Ukrainian delegation in Istanbul put forward demands for a ceasefire, the return of prisoners and children, as well as a meeting between Zelensky and Putin. Russia did not provide its document.

War in Ukraine • June 2, 01:14 PM • 12137 views
Ukraine at the Istanbul talks handed over to Russia a list of children for return and is awaiting a response - Yermak

The Ukrainian side handed over to the Russian side a list of Ukrainian children for return. We are talking about hundreds of children who were illegally deported by Russia.

War in Ukraine • June 2, 01:07 PM • 128587 views
Negotiations between Russia and Ukraine in Istanbul have ended, they lasted more than an hour - Russian media

Russian media reported the completion of negotiations between Russia and Ukraine in Istanbul. According to their information, the negotiations lasted more than an hour.

War in Ukraine • June 2, 12:59 PM • 10273 views
Ukraine handed over to Russia a memorandum with the terms of a ceasefire at the negotiations: the text of the document

The Ukrainian delegation provided the Russian side with a memorandum containing the terms of a ceasefire. Russia refused to provide its own document, stating that it would publicize the demands during the meeting.

Society • June 2, 12:35 PM • 7888 views
Zelenskyy and the Prime Minister of Finland discussed investments in the production of Ukrainian weapons and scaling up the "Drone Line"

Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with the Prime Minister of Finland, Petteri Orpo. They discussed investments in Ukrainian arms production and scaling up the "Drone Line" project.

War in Ukraine • June 2, 12:14 PM • 5591 views
Ukrainian-Russian meeting in Istanbul will discuss a ceasefire, humanitarian issues, and a possible meeting of leaders - Turkish Foreign Ministry

The prospects of a truce will be discussed at the negotiations between the Ukrainian and Russian delegations in Istanbul. Humanitarian initiatives and preparation for a meeting of the leaders of the countries will also be considered.

War in Ukraine • June 2, 12:00 PM • 5779 views
Negotiations between Ukraine and Russia with the participation of Turkey have started in Istanbul - MFA

In Istanbul, a meeting of Ukrainian and Russian delegations has begun. The negotiations are taking place in a trilateral format, with the participation of representatives from Turkey.

War in Ukraine • June 2, 11:45 AM • 170695 views
Negotiations between Ukraine and Russia in Istanbul have not yet started - Russian media

Russian media reported that negotiations between Ukraine and Russia in Istanbul have not yet started. Although both delegations have already arrived at the meeting place.

War in Ukraine • June 2, 10:56 AM • 5658 views
If Russia "undermines" the agenda, and Istanbul yields no results, sanctions must be strengthened - Zelenskyy

Zelenskyy stated that in the event of no results from the meeting of Ukrainian and Russian delegations in Istanbul, it is necessary to urgently introduce the 18th package of sanctions. The sanctions should be concentrated on the oil and banking sectors.

War in Ukraine • June 2, 10:11 AM • 2562 views
Both delegations have arrived at the venue for Ukrainian-Russian talks in Istanbul - Russian media

The Ukrainian delegation has arrived in Istanbul for the second round of negotiations with Russia. Ukraine handed over a document with ceasefire terms to the Russian Federation, but the Kremlin has not provided feedback.

War in Ukraine • June 2, 09:55 AM • 2192 views
Russian delegation has arrived at the location for negotiations in Istanbul - Russian media

A delegation from Russia has arrived in Istanbul, where the second round of negotiations with Ukraine is to take place. This was reported by Russian state media.

War in Ukraine • June 2, 09:45 AM • 2797 views
Zelenskyy on negotiations in Istanbul: not sure that the Russian Federation will be ready for productive meetings

Volodymyr Zelenskyy said that Ukraine hopes for positive decisions in Istanbul regarding a complete ceasefire and the return of prisoners. He emphasized the importance of these issues.

War in Ukraine • June 2, 09:37 AM • 2159 views
Ukrainian delegation in Istanbul coordinated its positions with European partners before negotiations with Russia

On the eve of negotiations with Russia, the Ukrainian delegation coordinated its positions with Germany, Italy, and Great Britain. They discussed a ceasefire, humanitarian measures, and a meeting of leaders.

War in Ukraine • June 2, 09:10 AM • 36578 views
Negotiations in Istanbul: Turkish Foreign Ministry announces time and place of Ukrainian-Russian meeting

Negotiations between Ukrainian and Russian delegations will take place in Istanbul on June 2 at 13:00. The meeting will be held at the Çırağan Palace, and the Ukrainian delegation will be headed by Rustem Umerov.

War in Ukraine • June 2, 07:51 AM • 2610 views
Today is the second round of negotiations between Ukraine and Russia in Istanbul: latest news

On June 2, the second round of negotiations between Ukraine and Russia will take place in Istanbul. Ukraine handed over a document to the Russian Federation with the terms of a ceasefire, but Russia did not provide feedback.

War in Ukraine • June 2, 06:58 AM • 82851 views
Ukrainian delegation has arrived in Istanbul - MFA

The Ukrainian delegation is already in Istanbul, where the second round of negotiations with the Russian Federation will take place today. This was reported by the spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • June 2, 06:35 AM • 2645 views