Staff Report
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has confirmed that new peace negotiations with Russia are scheduled for July 23 in Istanbul, Turkey. This announcement comes amid ongoing Russian attacks on multiple Ukrainian cities, underscoring the persistent conflict despite diplomatic efforts.
The talks aim to address critical and deeply divisive issues, including territorial control, Ukraine’s aspirations for NATO membership, and limits on military forces. Both sides remain significantly apart on these key points, complicating the path to a lasting resolution.
Meanwhile, Kyiv’s Western allies are intensifying calls for urgent delivery of advanced air defense systems, as Ukraine continues to withstand a large-scale barrage of Russian drone and missile strikes targeting its infrastructure and population centers.
