International interest is focusing on Monday (02.06.25) in Constantinople, where the second round of peace talks is held between Ukraine and Russia.
With Ukraine almost celebrating for her big blow to four Russian military installations Through drones and Russia to describe the “blow” as a terrorist act, the two sides are once again driven to the table of peace talks in Istanbul.
Turkey’s Foreign Ministry announced that the negotiations would start at 11am. The United Kingdom Time (13:00 Athens Time) at the Ciragan Palace, hoping that this time they will not prove to be fruitless.
Military tension on the fronts remains high and is expected to affect the atmosphere of negotiations as No side wishes to come from a position of weakness.
Developments in Constantinople are awaited with great interest, as they may determine the next steps towards a possible peace or further escalation between Ukraine and Russia.
The ceasefire and guarantees of sovereignty
The Russian delegation is already in Istanbul, while the Ukrainian side has made it clear its main demand that is complete and unconditional ceasefire of fire, as a prerequisite for starting substantial peace talks. The table remains at the table Meeting between the leaders of the two countries, Vladimir Putin and Volodimir Zelenski.
As far as territorials are concerned, Ukraine argues that any change in border after 2014 It is not recognized by the international community. However, it shows a willingness to negotiate on the basis of today’s military lines, as long as there is a reliable truce and international guarantees.
Kiev’s requirement to maintain his full sovereignty and the right to choose In his international alliances – Message mainly concerning the country’s relationship with NATO and the European Union.
Volodimir Zelenski has confirmed that Ukraine would take part in talks with Russia in Istanbul, but after his announcement it became known that Kiev was conducting the Spiderweb operation, in which drones hit 40 fighter aircraft.
‘I described the positions [ενν. της Ουκρανίας] Before the meeting in Istanbul on Monday, “Zelenski wrote on Telegram after meeting with his government officials.
The Ukrainian President added that the head of the Ukrainian delegation will be once again the Minister of Defense Rustem Umero, As in the first round of negotiations in May.
Ukraine’s priorities are to secure “complete and unconditional ceasefire”, as well as the “return of prisoners” and children from Ukraine, which Kiev accuses Moscow of kidding them, Volodimir Zelenski said.
The ultimatum of Trump
The US president Donald Trump It has asked Russia and Ukraine to end in peace, but so far this has not been achieved and the White House has repeatedly warned that the US will “withdraw” from the conflict if the two sides insist on their positions and do not seek agreement.
The first round of talks on May 16th led to the biggest exchange of prisoners of war, but no signs of peace – not even a ceasefire – as the two sides simply presented their original positions.