The forthcoming agreement on neutrality, denuclearization and guarantees of Ukraine was only one part of the significant development presented by the negotiation between Moscow and Kyiv in Istanbul. The second part, which is considered equally important, is the beginning of the discussion on a possible meeting between Russian President Vladimir Putin and his Ukrainian counterpart Volodymyr Zelensky.
According to international media, this is the first time that the Russian side has agreed to discuss the terms and conditions under which Putin will receive a private meeting with Zelensky. The news is confirmed by the Russian RIA-Novostiwhich cites credible sources within the Kremlin.
According to the Russian news agency, the head of the Russian delegation to the Istanbul talks, Vladimir Mindinsky, described today’s meeting with the Ukrainians as “productive”, confirming, indirectly but clearly, the significant progress made in the recent developments.
Ukraine has reportedly agreed on neutrality, denuclearization and guarantees from third powers, while Russia has said it will move forward. in a “drastic reduction” of its military operations in Kyiv and Chernihiv.
Vladimir Putin’s adviser, Michael Pontoliak said after the conclusion of today’s negotiation that the talks between the two sides continue at various levels 24 hours a day and 7 days a week.
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