Moscow’s demands, published in the Russian media, make it clear that President Vladimir Putin is determined to ensure the fulfillment of the goals in Ukraine he set when he launched the invasion on Feb. 24, 2022. Related Stories Key points of the Russian and Ukrainian documents:

Erdogan Pushes for Trump, Putin, and Zelensky to Join Next Istanbul Peace Talks On Monday, neither Russian President Vladimir Putin nor Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky attended the peace talks held in Istanbul.

Security lockdown like never before at Istanbul’s Ciragan Palace as Russia-Ukraine peace talks unfold under the world’s watchful eyes. Bomb-sniffing dogs, turnstiles, and intense screening mark a fortress-like environment — all amid rising tensions and fears of sabotage.