Russia, Ukraine begin peace talks in Istanbul

Negotiators of Russia and Ukraine have begun talks at the Dolmabahce palace in Istanbul to end the ongoing war.

According to the Turkish news agency, the host President, Recep Tayyip Erdogan (Turkey), has urged both countries to “put an end to this tragedy”.

He said, “The two parties have legitimate concerns. It’s possible to reach a solution acceptable to the international community.

“It’s up to the two parties to put an end to this tragedy,” he insisted, adding that the “extension of the conflict is in no one’s interest. The whole world is waiting for good news from you.”

Mevlut Cavusoglu, Turkish Foreign Minister, is also expected to meet the Ukraine and Russia delegates on Tuesday.