Ukrainian President Zelenskyy is set to meet with Russian President Putin in Turkey on Thursday, following Russia's rejection of an unconditional 30-day ceasefire. In recent nighttime assaults, Russia launched over 100 drones at Ukraine, escalating tensions in the ongoing conflict that has killed tens of thousands. Although the Kremlin expressed its willingness for talks without preconditions, skepticism remains high among European leaders amid ongoing military actions. U.S. President Trump is optimistic about the Istanbul meeting, urging Ukraine to engage with Russia. Meanwhile, European nations are preparing sanctions against Moscow if the ceasefire is not established.