Zelenskyy Confirms Putin Meeting in Istanbul, Invites Trump

Ukraine's President Zelenskyy announced that a meeting with his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin is scheduled for Thursday, May 15, in Istanbul. Zelenskyy stated, "I spoke with President Erdoğan about our meeting. Again, I want to set the record straight." He confirmed that preparations are underway for the meeting, and that an invitation has been extended to President Trump to join the discussions. The meeting aims to discuss ending the ongoing conflict between Ukraine and Russia. The location, Istanbul, is significant given its geopolitical position and Turkey's role in mediating international conflicts. The inclusion of President Trump adds another layer of complexity and potential influence on the outcome of the talks. The success of this meeting holds significant implications for the ongoing war and the future of relations between Ukraine and Russia.