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Ukraine and Russia Peace Talks Stalemated Amid Maximalist Demands

Ukraine and Russia's peace talks in Istanbul ended without agreement, as both sides maintain entrenched positions and conflicting demands for a ceasefire.


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In their second round of peace talks in Istanbul, Ukraine and Russia failed to reach a ceasefire agreement, with Ukraine seeking a 30-day truce and Russia proposing a limited pause. Russia's recent memorandum outlined uncompromising demands, including Ukraine's withdrawal from annexed territories and recognition of Russian claims. Both sides agreed to exchange 1,000 prisoners of war, but the situation remains tense, with Ukraine's drone strikes damaging over 40 Russian warplanes and Russia launching its largest drone assault on Ukraine. The U.S. administration under Trump has shown disengagement from mediation efforts, raising concerns about escalating violence.

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The articles reflect a complex and ongoing conflict between Ukraine and Russia, with varying tones from grim to cautiously optimistic.

There is a consistent theme of stalled peace talks, despite some progress in humanitarian agreements and prisoner exchanges.

Military actions continue to escalate, with Ukraine achieving some strategic successes while facing significant challenges in negotiations.

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Trump administration left clueless about Ukraine's attack on Russia
SalonSalon·13d·
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"…Ukraine's attack involved more than 100 drones and reportedly destroyed dozens of Russian military aircraft."

Second round of Ukraine-Russia talks end with PoW deal but no ceasefire
The GuardianThe Guardian·13d·
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This outlet slightly leans left.

"…Negotiations between Ukrainian and Russian delegations in Istanbul ended without agreement on a ceasefire on Monday, but with both sides agreeing to exchange more prisoners."

Ukraine bombs Russian bases: Here are some of Kyiv’s most audacious attacks
Al JazeeraAl Jazeera·13d·
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This outlet slightly leans left.

"…The strikes reportedly hit Tu-95 and Tu-22 strategic bombers, which Russia uses to fire long-range missiles at Ukrainian cities."

Russia and Ukraine resume peace talks in shadow of Kyiv’s audacious air raid
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"…The operation has provided a much-needed boost to morale in Ukraine, which has come under fierce Russian bombardment since peace talks began in mid-May."

Putin's demands to Ukraine underscore a position the West has always suspected: No compromise
NBC NewsNBC News·13d·
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"…The memorandum, published in full by the Russian state news agency Tass, was less of a peace plan and more a demand for Ukraine to surrender, defang its military and become a vassal of Moscow."

Ukraine's massive drone attack deep inside Russia lays bare Putin's vulnerability
NBC NewsNBC News·14d·
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"…While there are differing accounts on the extent of the ensuing damage of Sunday’s “Spiderweb” operation, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said 40 Russian aircraft — 34% of Russia's strategic cruise missile carriers — were hit."

Trump promised peace in Ukraine within a day. Here's what actually happened
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"…Despite Trump's promises for a quick resolution, the ongoing conflict and entrenched positions of both Ukraine and Russia make substantial progress in peace negotiations unlikely."

Ukraine and Russia hold peace talks but make no breakthrough after major attacks
Chicago TribuneChicago Tribune·13d·
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"…The talks unfolded a day after a string of stunning long-range attacks by both sides, with Ukraine launching a devastating drone assault on Russian air bases and Russia hurling its largest drone attack of the war against Ukraine."

Russia and Ukraine to hold peace talks in Istanbul
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"…The two sides are still far apart on how to end the war and the fighting is stepping up."

Ukraine-Russia peace talks resume in Istanbul after surprise drone attack
ABC NewsABC News·14d·
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"…Revived talks so far have failed to reach a peace deal, or even achieve a sustained ceasefire, despite pressure on both sides by President Donald Trump's administration."

Russia and Ukraine fail again to agree ceasefire but commit to prisoner swap
BBC NewsBBC News·13d·
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"…Expectations were low even before the talks started, with both sides remaining deeply divided on how to end the war that has been raging since Russia launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine in February 2022."

Ukraine meets with Russia after blasting dozens of bombers
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"…The two sides concluded without making any deals to end the three-year-long war but the delegations did agree to swap bodies of soldiers killed in action."

Ukraine-Russia peace talks yield no ceasefire, Zelenskyy warns Putin should not be 'rewarded'
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"…Despite an apparent memorandum of terms given to Ukraine by the Russian delegation, Moscow once again refused to agree to an unconditional ceasefire defined by a U.S. proposal and already agreed to by Kyiv."

Morning Brief: Ukraine’s Major Drone Op & Charges For Colorado’s Illegal Alien Terrorist
The Daily WireThe Daily Wire·13d·
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"…In the last year, conservatives have made historic gains across the continent — largely by promising to crack down on illegal immigration from Africa and the Middle East."

Can Ukraine secure its military survival?
The Spectator WorldThe Spectator World·13d·
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"…With hopes for a rapid ceasefire gone and diplomacy taking a back seat to a renewed season of war, the key challenge will be how to ensure Ukraine’s military survival until Putin’s latest offensive is spent and his last illusions of victory dashed."

Ukraine’s drone attacks deal a stunning blow to Russia
The Spectator WorldThe Spectator World·13d·
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"…The timing and success of yesterday’s attack will bolster Zelensky ahead of today’s latest round of peace talks set to take place between Russian and Ukrainian delegations in Istanbul."

Russian Rocket Attack Kills 3 in Ukraine's City of Sumy
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"…Ukrainian authorities said a barrage of rockets struck apartment buildings and a medical facility in the center of the northeastern city, a day after direct peace talks made no progress on ending the 3-year war."

Kremlin: Ukraine Peace Talks Complex, No Quick Decision Likely
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"…The (peace) settlement theme is extremely complex, it consists of a large number of nuances, and you saw yesterday the published text of the draft (peace) memorandum that we handed over to the Ukrainian side."

Blaine Holt to : Ukrainian Strike Puts World on 'Escalation Path'
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"…Holt said that "no one should take this lightly," given the potential for escalation."

Russia Calls Kyiv 'Delusional' and Demands Ukraine Surrender For Peace
Breitbart NewsBreitbart News·12d·
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"…Peace talks appear to be going nowhere fast, and the two sides are coming to the table with asymmetric ideas of how to achieve a ceasefire and what that would look like."

Russia and Ukraine Conclude Second Round of Talks, Prepare Prisoner Swap
Epoch TimesEpoch Times·13d·
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"…Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said that the two sides were preparing a new prisoner swap and that Kyiv had demanded the return of deported children."

Ukraine Drone Strike on Russia Puts Kibosh to Peace Talks
Daily SignalDaily Signal·13d·
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"…Peace talks between Russia and Ukraine ended less than two hours after they began on Monday in the wake of a devastating attack by Ukraine against Russia."

Russia & Ukraine Fail to Make Major Progress at Peace Talks in Turkey
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"…While no major breakthroughs took place during the negotiations, another prisoner swap has been agreed to as well as discussions about returning displaced and evacuated children."

White House Talks Peace With Kremlin After Ukraine’s Massive Drone Attack on Russia
InfowarsInfowars·13d·
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"…The attack, launched just days before peace talks in Turkey, came as a surprise to President Donald Trump who was not informed of the operation beforehand."

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