Istanbul
Negotiations between the Ukrainian and Russian delegations in Istanbul have been postponed to May 16. The Ukrainian delegation will arrive in Istanbul late on the evening of May 15.
The Ukrainian delegation plans to arrive in Istanbul tonight for negotiations with the Russian side. The purpose of the visit is to try to achieve the first steps towards de-escalation.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy discussed negotiations, sanctions against the Russian Federation, and the Russian offensive with Recep Tayyip Erdogan. Ukraine does not recognize the occupied territories as Russian.
It is not known for certain whether negotiations between Ukraine and Russia will take place in Istanbul today, May 15, or whether they have been postponed to tomorrow, May 16. Delegations have already arrived in the city.
Zelensky said that negotiations in Istanbul may begin tonight or tomorrow morning. Ukrainian, Turkish and American delegations are ready, the only question is for the Russians.
The Russian delegation has departed for Dolmabahce Palace in Istanbul for negotiations with the Ukrainian side, with the participation of US representatives. The meeting is scheduled for May 15 or 16.
The start time of the negotiations in Istanbul is currently unknown. The Ukrainian team will remain in Turkey tomorrow as well.
The Russian delegation views the negotiations in Istanbul as a continuation of the peace process interrupted in 2022. According to Medinsky, the delegation is настроєна on конструктив and searching for a solution to the conflict.
President Zelenskyy emphasized that Russia does not show a desire to end the war. He called for the introduction of tough sanctions from the USA, Europe and the countries of the Global South.
Zelenskyy stated that Russia does not respect Erdogan and Trump by sending a delegation to Turkey.
The Ukrainian delegation is heading to Istanbul for negotiations with the participation of the USA, Turkey and Russia. Zelensky expressed hope that the meeting will not be just for show.
Zelenskyy stated that the first step towards ending the war should be an unconditional ceasefire. Ukraine is ready for direct negotiations if it is decided at the level of leaders.
The head of the Russian delegation announced his readiness for compromises at the negotiations in Istanbul. According to him, the Russian delegation maintains a working mood.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has decided to send a Ukrainian delegation to Istanbul. Important negotiations will take place there.
The Russian Consulate General stated that negotiations between the Russian and Ukrainian delegations in Istanbul have not been cancelled yet. A statement from the Russian delegation, including Medinsky, is expected at 17:30.
The Ukrainian delegation may visit Istanbul for negotiations with the Russian Federation to assess the seriousness of the Russians' intentions. Zelenskyy will discuss further steps after a conversation with Erdogan.
Ukraine will announce the composition of the negotiating group with Russia in a timely manner, so as not to give the Russian Federation unnecessary information reasons. The Russian delegation is represented by technical staff without independent opinion.
The British Prime Minister stated that Putin is the reason for stalling the ceasefire in Ukraine, after he failed to appear at peace talks in Turkey.
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan has expressed support for peace efforts and hopes for results from intensive discussions between Russia and Ukraine in Istanbul. US and Russian delegations have arrived in Istanbul.
The Turkish Foreign Minister stated that a technical delegation from Russia and an American delegation have arrived in Istanbul. This comes amid Turkey's efforts to organize negotiations between Ukraine and Russia.
The head of the Russian delegation, Vladimir Medinsky, said that Moscow seeks to establish long-term peace at the first direct negotiations with Ukraine in three years. Negotiators from the United States will join the meeting.
Vladimir Putin is not going to visit Istanbul in the near future, Dmitry Peskov said. A meeting with Trump is also not being prepared, this requires certain prerequisites.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has arrived in Turkey for talks. He said his presence there is a clear signal to the Russian dictator.
A meeting between the presidents of Ukraine and Turkey has begun in Ankara. Erdoğan will discuss a ceasefire, and Zelenskyy will decide on negotiations with the Russian Federation in Istanbul.
Negotiations between Ukraine and Russia in Istanbul are not being postponed, the Russian technical delegation has already arrived. Erdogan will discuss a ceasefire with Zelensky.
Jean-Noël Barrot called for an immediate ceasefire between Ukraine and the Russian Federation at negotiations in Istanbul. He emphasized that future negotiations should avoid the three pitfalls that led to the failure of previous discussions.
The Kremlin stated that Putin does not plan to participate in negotiations between Russia and Ukraine, which are to take place in Istanbul.
Russian media report that negotiations between Ukraine and Russia in Istanbul have been postponed to May 15. According to Maria Zakharova, the Turkish side initiated the postponement.
The Russian delegation arrived in Istanbul for negotiations with Ukraine. Zakharova stated about настроенность on serious work. Zelensky will decide on the negotiations after the meeting with Erdogan.
Vladimir Putin sent a lower-level delegation to Turkey for negotiations with Ukraine, which reduces the prospects of a peaceful breakthrough. The US Secretary of State is expected to join the negotiations on Friday.