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Andriy Kovalenko stated that the threats from the Russians are traditional behavior, which often has no basis. During negotiations in Istanbul, the Russians demanded that Ukraine withdraw its troops from the occupied territories.

In Istanbul, the Ukrainian and Russian delegations reached agreements, in particular, on the exchange of prisoners "1000 for 1000". A meeting of the leaders of the countries was also discussed.

The delegations of Ukraine and Russia have reached a fundamental agreement to meet again. Turkey has assured that it will make efforts for peace between the countries.

An advisor to the Office of the President of Ukraine stated that Russia is not interested in real negotiations, but only simulates them while attacking Ukrainian cities. He called for the strict coercion of Russia to peace.

U. S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with the Ministers of Defense and Foreign Affairs of Ukraine and the Head of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkey to discuss a peaceful settlement. He thanked Turkey for organizing the meeting.

Russian delegation left the negotiation room with Ukraine in Istanbul, a pause was taken. These are the first direct negotiations since 2022, but Putin refused to participate.

The President of Ukraine stated that Trump wants to end the war, so coordination is important. He promised to inform about the negotiations in Istanbul regarding real steps of the Russian Federation towards peace.

Russian media reports the completion of the meeting between the delegations of Ukraine and Russia in Istanbul. According to media reports, the negotiations lasted less than two hours.

Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that russia must return Ukrainian children and civilians to build trust. He also added that Ukraine is ready for realistic steps to end the war.

President Zelenskyy stated that the Russian delegation in Istanbul cannot agree to a ceasefire. He emphasized that Putin continues to undermine democracy by refusing negotiations.

Pope Leo XIV has offered the Vatican as a neutral platform for direct negotiations between Ukraine and Russia. Cardinal Pietro Parolin called the results of the Turkish meetings tragic.

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan is currently in the negotiating room between Ukraine and Russia.

Negotiations between Israel and Syria took place in Baku with the mediation of Azerbaijan. The parties discussed the situation on Israel's northern border and the possibilities for its stabilization.

Andriy Sybiga stated that Ukraine is ready to work for peace, and Russia must prove the seriousness of its intentions. Yermak emphasized a complete ceasefire.

Peskov said that Putin receives information about the negotiations online, and the Russian delegation has all the necessary instructions. He also did not rule out a telephone conversation with Putin.

The parties emphasized the need for a lasting peace for Ukraine and an unconditional ceasefire. Russia ignored the negotiations and refused to stop the aggression.

Donald Trump announced the possibility of a phone call with Vladimir Putin to discuss ending the war in Ukraine. He also mentioned plans to meet with him in the near future.

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan stated the importance of a ceasefire in Ukraine. He emphasized the readiness of the parties for direct negotiations in Istanbul.

A trilateral meeting between Turkey, Russia, and Ukraine has begun in Istanbul, chaired by Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan. The meeting is taking place at the Dolmabahçe presidential office.

Price growth in Russia slowed down for the first time in six months, and annual inflation in April was 10. 3%. The economy is losing momentum, which may lead to a rate cut.

Negotiations are expected in Istanbul between delegations from Ukraine, Russia, and Turkey, with the participation of the head of Turkish intelligence.

A meeting of delegations from Turkey, the United States, and Ukraine took place in Istanbul. Ukraine accused Russia of disrupting negotiations, demanding them without the US and Turkey.

A Ukrainian diplomatic source reported that Russia is demanding bilateral negotiations in Istanbul, which Ukraine believes undermines peace efforts. This raises doubts about Putin's intentions.

The Ukrainian side has declared its readiness for an unconditional ceasefire and direct negotiations at the highest level to achieve lasting peace. Peace is possible under the condition of concrete actions by the Russian Federation.

Kaja Kallas reported that the EU is preparing a new package of sanctions against Russia. Until now, these sanctions concerned the energy sector, but political pressure is also important.

The European Commission is preparing a new package of sanctions against Russia due to the disruption of the peace initiative. Nord Stream, the shadow fleet and the financial sector are under fire.

US Secretary of State Rubio said that the schedule of the Trump-Putin meeting has not yet been determined, as Trump is on a foreign trip. The decision will be made after Trump returns to the US.

A trilateral meeting between Turkey, the USA, and Ukraine, chaired by Hakan Fidan, took place in Istanbul. Peace negotiations between Ukraine and Russia were discussed.

The Turkish representative will leave the negotiations between Ukraine and Russia after the welcoming speech. The Russian delegation is against the presence of the United States at the negotiations.

On May 16, the Russians shelled Donetsk region, wounding six people. In Pokrovsk, five residents were injured by the shelling, and another was wounded by a drone in Andriivka.