Lavrov Announces New Round of Russia-Ukraine Talks in Istanbul

Istanbul to Host New Round of Russia-Ukraine Talks Russia and Ukraine are set to resume direct negotiations in Istanbul on June 2nd, according to a statement by Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov. Lavrov announced that Russia will present a memorandum aimed at resolving the ongoing conflict. The talks, which follow an earlier round of discussions, represent a significant development in the ongoing conflict. The choice of Istanbul as the venue is notable, suggesting a neutral ground for these important negotiations. "The Russian delegation, headed by Vladimir Medinsky, is ready to present this memorandum to the Ukrainian delegation and provide the necessary explanations during the second round of resumed direct talks in Istanbul," Lavrov said in a statement. This announcement follows earlier reports from the Russian Foreign Ministry that Moscow and Kyiv had agreed to exchange documents directly in Istanbul, without the mediation of other countries, to facilitate a peaceful resolution. The upcoming talks in Istanbul are highly anticipated, offering a potential pathway towards de-escalation and a peaceful resolution to the conflict. The success of these negotiations will be closely watched by the international community.