Putin Snubs Zelenskyy's Peace Talks in Turkey; Trump Also Absent

Ukraine's President Zelenskyy's peace talks with Russia are set to begin in Turkey. However, Russian President Vladimir Putin is not expected to attend the meeting. This was confirmed by the Dutch Foreign Minister, Caspar Veldkamp, who stated that President Zelenskyy is willing to go to Istanbul, but President Putin is not. The absence of Putin casts doubt on the potential for significant progress in the peace talks. In addition, Donald Trump, who had previously considered attending, has also decided not to participate in the talks. The Ukrainian president has already stated that it is unclear what deals can be made without Putin's presence. This development is a significant setback for those hoping for a swift resolution to the conflict. Despite the challenges, the ongoing talks represent an important step in the search for peace in Ukraine.