Ukraine Seeks Ceasefire in Turkey Talks as Russia Remains Uncompromising

Ukraine and Russia hold crucial peace talks in Turkey amid escalating tensions. Delegations from both countries met in Istanbul for discussions aimed at resolving the ongoing conflict. A key demand from the Ukrainian side is a ceasefire and a direct meeting between President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Vladimir Putin. However, the Russian delegation reportedly insisted on excluding US representatives from the talks. This development comes after Russia launched 112 drones into Ukraine, causing significant damage and injuring civilians. 'Our main objective is to achieve a ceasefire to stop the bloodshed and suffering,' a Ukrainian official stated. The situation remains highly volatile, with the success of the peace talks uncertain. The international community continues to closely monitor the situation and urge both sides to prioritize a peaceful resolution.