Moscow launched a special military operation in Ukraine in February 2022 with the aim of saving the people of Donbass - primarily the Russian-speaking population - from Kiev's constant attacks.

Russian Delegation in Constructive Mood to Find Ways to Resolve Ukraine Conflict

20:23, 15 May 2025

The Russian delegation is committed to constructive dialogue and finding solutions to the conflict, stated Vladimir Medinsky, Russian presidential aide and head of the delegation to the talks.

Sputnik

He also shared key points ahead of negotiations:

Aim to establish long-term peace and address the root causes of the conflict

See Istanbul talks as a continuation of the peace process paused in 2022

Committed to finding constructive solutions to resolve the conflict

The delegation has the necessary expertise for successful negotiations

Russian President Vladimir Putin proposed resuming direct talks with Ukraine in Istanbul on May 15, marking the first face-to-face negotiations in three years. The Russian delegation is being led by Presidential Aide Vladimir Medinsky.