Ukraine-Russia second-round peace talks kick off in Istanbul aiming to end three-year war
Monday, 2 June 2025 Delegations from Ukraine and Russia met in Istanbul for peace talks amidst escalating conflict, following Ukraine's surprise attack on Russian airbases and Russia's intensified drone strikes. Despite cautious optimism, the talks occurred as fighting persisted along the front line, with both sides reporting casualties and drone attacks. Zelenskyy warned of stronger sanctions if the talks fail to yield results.
The Russia-Ukraine war has reached a boiling point. Ukrainian drone strikes late Monday knocked out power across multiple Russian regions, with Zaporozhye and Kherson plunging into darkness. Over 104,000 people were left without electricity, and hospitals are relying on backup generators. The strikes...
Vladimir Putin says Moscow is ready for new round of peace talks with Ukraine
Putin said that the terms of a potential ceasefire, which the Kremlin has so far repeatedly rejected, are expected to be..
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President Zelenskyy affirmed Ukraine's successful drone attack on Russia, warning of continued strikes unless Moscow ceases its offensive. Speaking after... IndiaTimes
Russia's defence ministry confirmed Ukrainian drone strikes on five airbases, acknowledging damage to aircraft. Kyiv is accused of launching the attacks, some... IndiaTimes
The meeting, which was the second round of peace talks between the two countries, lasted about an hour. It took place against the backdrop of growing violence in... DNA