Russia and Ukraine have ended their Istanbul peace talks, according to Tass.

Russia and Ukraine have ended their Istanbul peace talks, according to Tass.

Russia and Ukraine have concluded their Istanbul peace talks, according to Tass [1]. The talks, which were held over the course of several days, aimed to address the ongoing conflict between the two nations. However, despite the efforts, the talks ended without a resolution to the key issues at stake.

The main focus of the negotiations was the two countries' draft memorandums, which were exchanged during the second round of talks. According to Dmitry Peskov, the Kremlin's spokesperson, the memorandums are "diametrically opposed," indicating a significant gap between the positions of the two sides [2]. The memorandums outline Russia's proposal for Ukraine's neutrality and a ban on military activity by third parties on Ukrainian soil, as well as terms for a ceasefire and the release of political prisoners and detained servicemen.

The talks also touched on the broader context of the conflict, with both sides expressing a desire to find a peaceful resolution. However, the lack of progress on the memorandums suggests that the core issues remain unresolved. The talks were scheduled to begin at 7 p.m. but were not concluded by the end of the day [3].

The outcome of the talks is likely to have significant implications for the ongoing conflict and the broader geopolitical landscape. The failure to reach an agreement could lead to further escalation of the conflict, while the continued negotiations may provide an opportunity for a peaceful resolution. As the talks come to an end, both sides will need to reassess their positions and consider new approaches to finding a lasting solution.

References:
[1] https://tass.com/politics/1993093
[2] https://tass.com/politics/1993093
[3] https://tass.com/politics/1993093