Ukraine, Russia to meet for talks

However, Zelensky insists on a 30-day ceasefire from today

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said yesterday that Kyiv would meet with Moscow for talks in Istanbul on May 15, but said that Russia must first commit to a 30-day ceasefire starting today.

Zelensky — using rare language since Moscow launched its attacks more than three years ago that has devastated Ukraine — said he saw a “positive sign” from Russia.

The warring sides have not held direct talks since March 2022, shortly after the Kremlin launched its attacks in February of that year.