Istanbul

Zelensky said that Ukraine and partners do not have information about Russia's goals at the meeting in Istanbul. He emphasized the need for a serious approach of the Russian Federation to the negotiations.

Andriy Yermak stated the need to stop the supply of weapons from the DPRK to the Russian Federation and to stop the offensive. He called for demanding action, not just loud statements.

The Kremlin demands concessions from the United States regarding negotiations on peace in Ukraine, insisting on a change in NATO policy. Russia is not taking any steps to meet them.

The President of Turkey expressed hope that the meeting of delegations in Istanbul will give impetus to the peace process. He also stressed the importance of continuing negotiations to achieve a lasting peace.

Volodymyr Zelenskyy spoke with Recep Tayyip Erdoğan regarding a possible meeting in Istanbul. They discussed a four-way meeting of the leaders of Ukraine, Russia, Turkey and the United States.

Turkish President Recep Erdogan spoke with Volodymyr Zelenskyy about relations between the countries and preparations for negotiations in Istanbul. Turkey will continue its efforts for peace between Ukraine and Russia.

The President of Ukraine announced a planned conversation with Erdogan to add real substance to a possible meeting. He also noted that neither Ukraine nor Turkey have information about the Russian "memorandum".

The US Senate will begin advancing a bill on sanctions against Russia as early as next week. Lindsey Graham stressed that the US will hit Putin hard with sanctions, and a 500% duty will be imposed on goods from China.

Trump may step away from Ukraine and focus on the Middle East to win the Nobel Peace Prize. If Russia does not make concessions, the US may withdraw from negotiations.

Nebenzya stated that Russia is ready to consider a ceasefire on the condition that mobilization in Ukraine is stopped and the supply of weapons from the West is ceased. Sybiha called this rhetoric a slap in the face to everyone who advocates for peace.

Andriy Yermak announced Ukraine's readiness to continue negotiations with Russia to cease fire. Turkey provided a platform for the meeting of the parties in Istanbul on May 16.

The Russian delegation is heading to Istanbul for negotiations with Ukraine on June 2. A memorandum on a ceasefire will not be published before the meeting.

Jan Lipavský stated that in regions where Russia borders NATO countries, there is no war, unlike other regions where conflicts are taking place. Kellogg previously said that Russia's concern about NATO expansion is understandable.

Ukraine has already conveyed its vision of a peaceful settlement to Russia, but is waiting for their draft. Kyiv believes that the Russian leadership is doing everything to ensure that the meetings are empty.

Ukraine has conveyed to Russia its vision of a ceasefire and is awaiting the promised memorandum. This is necessary for a substantive discussion of positions at the next meeting of delegations.

Ukraine welcomes Trump's possible participation in Zelenskyy's meeting with Putin. The meeting may take place in an expanded format.

The US is not planning to send a delegation to the talks between Ukraine and Russia in Istanbul. Trump expects progress, but wants to see the results of the meeting without the participation of the American side.

The next round of negotiations between Ukraine and Russia will take place on June 2 in Istanbul. Ukraine expects a "memorandum" from Russia with a vision for a ceasefire for discussion.

Security advisors from the US, France, Germany, and Britain will be present at the peace negotiations between Ukraine and Russia on June 2. Russia has still not provided its version of the memorandum.

Russian officials are trying to impose their conditions and time for peace talks on Ukraine. The Kremlin wants to use any gains on the front to gain concessions from Ukraine.

The White House spokeswoman said that the US hopes for negotiations between Ukraine and Russia in Istanbul. The issue of American participation remains open.

Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova stated the lack of a clear position of Ukraine regarding negotiations. Zelenskyy reported that Russia has not provided the promised memorandum.

Maria Zakharova said that the Russian delegation will remain the same at the negotiations in Istanbul. Earlier, the Russian Federation proposed holding a new round of negotiations on June 2.

dmitry peskov said that the Russian Federation will not publicly discuss the content of the draft memorandum. The Ukrainian side is waiting for the Russian memorandum on the ceasefire.

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio spoke with Lavrov and called for a constructive dialogue with Ukraine. He also welcomed the exchange of prisoners between the countries.

US State Department Head Marco Rubio spoke with Lavrov about the preparation of proposals for negotiations between Ukraine and Russia in Istanbul. Rubio emphasized Trump's desire to end the conflict.

According to Russian media, the second round of negotiations between Russia and Ukraine may take place in Istanbul on June 2.

Putin's aide Medinsky assures that he called Umerov and proposed a meeting to discuss a ceasefire. He is waiting for confirmation from the Ukrainian side.

Zelenskyy announced his readiness for a trilateral meeting with Trump and Putin in the Vatican, Switzerland, or another location. Ukraine is awaiting a memorandum from Russia regarding the terms of a ceasefire.

Russia is planning a large-scale offensive in Donetsk region in the summer, Ukraine is preparing to defend itself. Experts believe that this may be Moscow's last chance to achieve its захватницьких goals.