Istanbul

Russia has not responded to Ukraine's memorandum on a truce, instead issuing unacceptable ultimatums. Kyiv calls for increased pressure on the Russian Federation through the 18th package of EU sanctions.

Ukraine has returned its defenders from Russian captivity. Among those released are defenders of Mariupol, the wounded, and those who are not yet 25 years old.

As part of the agreements in Istanbul, a prisoner exchange took place, the first group of soldiers under 25 was returned, including the defenders of Mariupol. Work is underway to repatriate the bodies of the dead.

Today, the exchange of prisoners began, which will last for several days. First of all, the wounded, seriously wounded, and those under 25 years old are being returned.

Ukraine is facing information pressure and attempts by Russia to dictate the terms of the exchange. The start of repatriation measures is scheduled for next week.

The Coordination Headquarters stated that the Russian Federation submitted lists for exchange that do not correspond to the agreed categories. Ukraine called on Russia to stop manipulating and return to constructive work.

The Coordination Headquarters stated that the Russian Federation's statements about the start of the exchange of bodies of the dead within the framework of the agreements in Istanbul are not true. Preparations are underway for the exchange of seriously ill people and the bodies of the dead.

The Russian side reports receiving 42 bodies of dead soldiers and transferring 503 bodies to Ukraine. There is currently no information from official Kyiv regarding this exchange.

Trump expressed dissatisfaction with Ukraine's strikes on Russian airfields. He called Zelensky a "hothead" who could lead to World War III.

Russian media reported on a phone call between Putin and Pope Francis, during which the dictator expressed interest in a peaceful settlement, while accusing Ukraine of escalating the conflict and engaging in terrorism.

Andriy Yermak discussed the situation on the front, support for Ukraine and negotiations with Russia with the US Secretary of State in Washington. They also talked about the exchange of prisoners and the return of abducted children.

Zelensky discussed with Mertz the results of the meeting in Istanbul, where the only result was the exchange of prisoners. They also talked about strengthening sanctions due to Russia's refusal to de-escalate.

The Russian delegation stated that it has no authority regarding a ceasefire. Ukraine has proposed a temporary truce until the meeting of leaders in Istanbul, the Vatican, or Switzerland.

Legal representatives of children deported to the Russian Federation will receive a payment of 50,000 hryvnias. The State Service for Children's Affairs will transfer the funds after the child's return.

The Russian Federation has announced its readiness to start exchanging prisoners with Ukraine as early as June 7-9. Also, the Russian Federation is ready to hand over the bodies of Ukrainian soldiers.

US Special Envoy Keith Kellogg said that the destruction of 41 Russian aircraft increased the risks of escalation. According to him, an attack on the Russian nuclear triad increases the level of risk for Ukraine.

June 4 is the Day of Children Victims of Aggression and Running Day. Ukraine commemorates the children who died from the armed aggression of the Russian Federation. Today we also remember St. Mitrofan.

The Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation stated that Istanbul remains a platform for negotiations with Ukraine. The issue of changing the meeting place is not currently being considered.

Andriy Yermak met with Steve Witkoff, discussing the negotiations in Istanbul, where Russia's position was recognized as unconstructive. Yermak invited Witkoff to visit Ukraine to assess the situation.

The Trump administration remains silent on the conflict between Ukraine and Russia. This may indicate a shift in the US approach to mediating the war.

Russian propaganda is spreading false information about Umerov's meeting with Medinsky. The Center for Counteracting Disinformation refuted the fakes about "closed agreements" and the preparation of the Russian Federation for an information attack.

Dmitry Peskov stated that a meeting between Putin, Trump, and Zelensky is unlikely in the near future. Trump is open to a meeting, but wants both sides to sit down at the negotiating table.

Political scientist Oleg Lisny stated that the negotiations in Istanbul showed that Russia does not want peace, this is a demonstration for Trump. An agreement was reached on the exchange of bodies of dead soldiers.

Head of the Office of the President of Ukraine Andriy Yermak arrived in Washington at the head of a delegation to discuss defense support, sanctions against Russia and the reconstruction of Ukraine. Meetings with representatives of both parties are also planned.

Despite the US call for coordinated action, a new package of EU sanctions against Russia is unlikely to be ready for the G7 summit. Hungary may block some proposals.

Russia denies the systematic abduction of Ukrainian children, calling it a "rescue. " Ukraine has handed over a list of hundreds of deported children, but Russia recognizes only "dozens."

Russian media published a draft memorandum on a ceasefire, handed over by the Kremlin to Ukraine in Istanbul. The conditions include the withdrawal of troops from territories and the recognition of Crimea.

Donald Trump is open to negotiations with Putin and Zelenskyy, provided they both participate. Turkey is initiating a summit with the participation of the leaders of Ukraine, Russia, and the United States.

The second round of negotiations between Ukraine and Russia took place in Istanbul, where the exchange of prisoners, the return of the bodies of the dead, as well as the return of Ukrainian children were discussed.

Volodymyr Zelenskyy reported that the fiercest battles are ongoing in the Sumy and Pokrovsk directions. The Defense Forces are doing everything possible to disrupt the occupiers' plans.