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Russia-Ukraine talks in Istanbul show unexpected progress: Turkey

  • By Al Mayadeen English
  • Source: News Websites
  • 16 May 2025 23:08
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Turkish mediation in the Russia-Ukraine peace talks in Istanbul has shown more progress than expected, with discussions on a POW exchange and ceasefire.

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  • Russian and Ukrainian delegations attend talks at the Dolmabache palace, in Istanbul, Turkey, Friday, May 16, 2025. (AP)
    Russian and Ukrainian delegations attend talks at the Dolmabache palace, in Istanbul, Turkey, Friday, May 16, 2025. (AP)

The latest Russia-Ukraine peace talks in Istanbul have shown signs of progress beyond expectations, according to a Turkish official cited by CNN on Friday.

"It was more positive than expected. They didn’t use accusatory language," the official said, highlighting a notably less confrontational tone during the session.

The talks marked the first direct meeting between the two delegations in three years and were held under the chairmanship of Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan. The official said the meeting was significant simply because both sides agreed to attend. "The fact that they came to Istanbul can be seen as a need on their part to find a way out."

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The official noted that the Russian delegation required fewer consultations during the discussions, indicating that they may have entered the talks with a clearer position.

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