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Russia Seeks Peace Talks as Ukraine Escalates Missile Plans

5/29/2025

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Amid relentless bombardments, Russia has called for fresh peace talks with Ukraine in Istanbul, with Foreign Minister Lavrov urging a ceasefire. In response, Ukraine has submitted its peace memorandum. Meanwhile, Germany and Ukraine's collaboration on long-range missiles has sparked alarm in Moscow, hinting at a potential escalation in the ongoing conflict.

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Amid relentless bombardments, Russia has called for fresh peace talks with Ukraine in Istanbul, with Foreign Minister Lavrov urging a ceasefire. In response, Ukraine has submitted its peace memorandum. Meanwhile, Germany and Ukraine's collaboration on long-range missiles has sparked alarm in Moscow, hinting at a potential escalation in the ongoing conflict.