Ceasefire talks in Istanbul: Ukraine demands reparations
The Ukrainian and Russian delegations met in Istanbul to discuss the conditions of a ceasefire. This marks the second round of negotiations with Turkey as the mediator. Kyiv presented its terms and announced that it demands reparations from Moscow.
Main information
- The talks are taking place in Istanbul with Turkey participating as a mediator.
- Ukraine proposes a 30-day ceasefire and the exchange of prisoners.
- Kyiv does not agree to limitations on its armed forces.
Context of the talks in Istanbul
The second round of peace talks between Ukraine and Russia has started in Istanbul. The meeting is taking place with Turkey playing the role of mediator. The goal of the negotiations is to achieve a ceasefire in the ongoing conflict between Moscow and Kyiv.
Proposals from Ukraine
Ukraine presented a proposal that includes a 30-day ceasefire and the exchange of all prisoners of war. Kyiv also demands the return of children kidnapped from territories occupied by Russia. An important element is also a direct meeting between Presidents Volodymyr Zelensky and Vladimir Putin.
The Ukrainian side emphasizes that it will not agree to any limitations on its armed forces if peace is reached. Ukraine also does not accept international recognition of territories occupied by Russia and demands reparations from Moscow.
The meeting between the Ukrainian and Russian delegations began in Istanbul in the presence of the Turkish side, the Ukrainian Ministry of Foreign Affairs conveyed in a statement published on Telegram.
Ukraine’s expectations
Kyiv expects the talks to be constructive and for Russia to present a memorandum on the peace agreement before June 2. Ukraine emphasizes that the current frontline position should be the starting point for negotiations on territorial issues.
