Talk or Tensions? What’s Really Happening at the Istanbul Summit

Turkiye Summit: Can Dialogue Pierce the Fog of War in Ukraine? ISTANBUL, Turkiye – June 2, 2025 – Today, the diplomatic spotlight shines once again on Istanbul, where delegations from Ukraine and Russia have gathered for their second face-to-face peace talks in just over two weeks. But as the discussions unfold, the air is thick…

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Ceasefire First? Zelenskyy’s Red Line for Putin Talks

The Elusive Peace: Decoding the Russia-Ukraine Dialogue Deadlock The prospect of direct talks between Russia and Ukraine flickers like a fragile candle in a storm. While the world yearns for a diplomatic breakthrough, the path to the negotiating table remains fraught with fundamental disagreements, particularly concerning the crucial first step: a ceasefire. Putin’s Gambit: Talks…

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