Russia is preparing to negotiate with Ukraine in Istanbul

Dimitri Peskov, a spokesman for the Kremlin, said Moscow is preparing to talk to Ukraine in Istanbul.

“Russia is preparing for negotiations that are expected to be held on Thursday,” Peskov said.

According to him, the Kremlin currently has no plans to provide details or more comments on the anticipated meeting between Russia and Ukraine in Istanbul.

Russian President Vladimir Putin on Sunday urged Kiev to resume directly suspended talks in year 6 without a prerequisite. The two sides are due to begin negotiations in Istanbul.

According to Putin, Russia has repeatedly announced a ceasefire and Kiev has constantly violated it, including the recent ceasefire declared on the anniversary of the Day of Victory.

Ukrainian President Walodimir Zelnski has announced his trip to Istanbul. Earlier, US President Donald Trump had asked Ukraine to immediately accept Putin's offer. Prior to that, Zelksky believed that before any negotiations with Moscow, a six -day ceasefire had to be established between the parties.