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Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced that together with Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, he will join the summit of the European Political Community in Tirana on May 16. More than 40 leaders will be present there.

A representative of the Russian delegation, Vladimir Medinsky, will make a statement following the meeting with Ukraine in Turkey. The statement is scheduled for 17:30 Moscow time.

Vladimir Putin has extended the validity of Russia's defense plan until 2027. The document defines external risks and strategic directions for the development of the Russian Armed Forces.

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.

Negotiations between Ukrainian leader Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan have concluded.

An earthquake with a magnitude of 5. 2 occurred in the Turkish city of Konya. Underground tremors were felt in Ankara and surrounding provinces, the epicenter was recorded at a depth of 18.73 km.

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.

The US has proposed resuming talks within the Russia-NATO Council after Moscow rejected a ceasefire proposal. The NATO-Russia Forum was terminated after Russia launched a full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022.

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.

The Presidential Office explained that Putin is afraid of a personal meeting with Zelenskyy due to the possible arrival of Trump, who would force him to make promises that would destroy the idea of war.

The German Chancellor stated that new sanctions against Russia are being prepared in the energy and banking sectors. The possibility of confiscating frozen Russian assets is also being considered.

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.

The Russian delegation for negotiations included the head of the GRU, Igor Kostyukov, who is under US and UK sanctions.

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.

The spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine, Heorhii Tykhyi, responded to Zakharova's personal attacks against Zelenskyy, stating that the role of the Russian department is only to bark from Moscow.

US Vice President J. D. Vance will visit the Vatican for the second time in a few months. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio will also attend the Mass on the occasion of the election of Pope Leo XIV.

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.

President Trump said his priority is to end wars, but he will not hesitate to use American power if necessary. The US also offered assistance in negotiations between India and Pakistan.

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.

Zelenskyy stated that the level of the Russian delegation looks like a sham. Ukraine will consider further steps after a conversation with Turkish President Erdoğan.

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 Ukrainian delegation is already in Ankara for Zelenskyy's negotiations with Erdogan. Putin is avoiding the meeting, so the Ukrainian side is focused on the meeting with the President of Turkey.

Andriy Sybiha stated that the composition of the Russian delegation for negotiations in Turkey demonstrates a lack of seriousness of intentions regarding peace. During the meeting with the US Secretary of State, peace efforts were discussed.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has arrived in Ankara. A meeting with his Turkish counterpart, Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, is expected.

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.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has traveled to Ankara to meet with his Turkish counterpart, Recep Tayyip Erdoğan.