Russia, Ukraine agree to swap prisoners, fail to reach truce

Russia, Ukraine agree to swap prisoners, fail to reach truce.

Russia and Ukraine recently held their first direct talks in over three years in Istanbul, agreeing to a significant prisoner exchange involving 1,000 captives each. While Ukraine sought an unconditional ceasefire to halt the devastating conflict, Russia signaled a more cautious approach, agreeing only to discuss possible frameworks for peace.

Both sides hinted at a potential meeting between Presidents Zelenskyy and Putin, with Turkish mediation paving the way for further written proposals. Though significant hurdles remain, this dialogue marks a tentative step toward ending the prolonged crisis.

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