The third round of Ukraine-Russia negotiations has commenced in Istanbul, with President Zelensky emphasizing the focus on three critical issues: the return of prisoners of war, the return of abducted children, and preparations for a leaders’ summit. The meeting is expected to bring together representatives from both sides to discuss the terms of a potential peace agreement and to address the humanitarian concerns of the conflict.
President Zelensky has expressed hope that the negotiations will lead to tangible progress, particularly in the areas of prisoner exchanges and the safe return of abducted children. The leaders’ summit is seen as a significant step towards a broader peace process and could potentially set the stage for a ceasefire or a formal peace agreement.
While the negotiations are ongoing, the conflict continues to have a devastating impact on millions of lives, with the humanitarian crisis worsening by the day. The international community remains closely monitoring the developments, hoping that these talks will lead to a peaceful resolution of the war.