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Ukrainian-Russian Talks Resume Amid Ongoing Violence and Sanctions

5/18/2025

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Ukrainian and Russian negotiators met face-to-face in Istanbul for the first time in over three years, discussing a prisoner-of-war exchange and ceasefire terms. However, violence persists, with recent Russian assaults inflicting casualties in Ukraine. French President Macron urged for tangible progress, cautioning that failure to reach an agreement could lead to additional sanctions.

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Ukrainian and Russian negotiators met face-to-face in Istanbul for the first time in over three years, discussing a prisoner-of-war exchange and ceasefire terms. However, violence persists, with recent Russian assaults inflicting casualties in Ukraine. French President Macron urged for tangible progress, cautioning that failure to reach an agreement could lead to additional sanctions.