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Russian Delegation Satisfied With Ukraine Talks Outcome - Delegation Head

20:35, 16 May 2025

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Russian presidential aide and delegation head Vladimir Medinsky announced several significant developments following negotiations with Ukraine in Istanbul.

Sputnik

Here are the main takeaways:

Russia Satisfied With Talks Outcome – Moscow’s delegation expressed satisfaction with the progress made during discussions.

Negotiations in Istanbul Concluded – The latest round of talks between Russian and Ukrainian delegations has officially ended.

Massive Prisoner Exchange Planned – A large-scale swap of 1,000 prisoners from each side has been agreed upon.

Russia Open to Further Talks – Moscow is ready to continue negotiations with Kyiv.

Ukraine Proposed Leaders’ Summit – Kiev requested a meeting between heads of state, which Russia acknowledged.

Ceasefire Proposals to Be Drafted – Both sides agreed to outline their visions for a potential truce.

Detailed Ceasefire Terms in Progress – Moscow and Kiev will work on specifying their proposals to establish a cessation of hostilities.