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President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is in active discussions aimed at fostering peace amidst the ongoing conflict involving Ukraine and Russia. Recent interactions with Turkish President Erdoğan underline Turkey's support for a direct meeting between Zelenskyy and Russian President Putin in Istanbul. Zelenskyy continues to emphasize the need for unwavering pressure on Russia, aiming for a just peace without delays. Moreover, conversations with global leaders like U.S. President Trump, who condemned recent Russian missile strikes, strengthen Ukraine's international relations. Despite ongoing challenges, Zelenskyy remains firm in advancing Ukraine's diplomatic efforts to resolve the conflict through dialogue and international support.

Why is President Zelenskyy pushing for direct talks in Istanbul?

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is advocating for direct talks in Istanbul as a part of efforts to broker peace between Ukraine and Russia. Discussions with Turkish President Erdoğan have highlighted the importance Turkey places on facilitating a face-to-face meeting between Zelenskyy and Russian President Putin. The hope is that such direct engagement can pave the way for substantive dialogue and a potential resolution to the ongoing conflict.

What has been Turkey’s role in the Ukraine-Russia conflict?

Turkey, under the leadership of President Erdoğan, has offered to host direct talks between Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Russian President Vladimir Putin in Istanbul. Turkey's role includes acting as a mediator to help facilitate discussions aimed at resolving the conflict. This offer underscores Turkey's strategic position and its diplomatic engagement in the region, striving to be a neutral ground for peace negotiations.

What stance has the United States taken in the situation involving Ukraine?

The United States, with President Donald Trump openly condemning Russia’s missile strikes on Ukraine, has shown strong support for Ukraine amidst the conflict. Statements from U.S. political figures and senators visiting President Zelenskyy in Kyiv further compound the strategic partnership between the U.S. and Ukraine. This support includes enhancing diplomatic and economic pressures on Russia to seek a peaceful resolution to the ongoing hostilities.

What diplomatic efforts have been taken by Ukraine to achieve peace?

Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has been actively engaging in diplomatic discussions with various world leaders, including Turkey's President and U.S. Senators, to build a coalition aimed at maintaining pressure on Russia. By seeking direct talks and leveraging international support, Ukraine aims to secure a just and lasting peace. These efforts include potential meetings aimed at direct negotiations and expanding international sanctions against Russian actions.

What are the potential outcomes of the anticipated meeting between Zelenskyy and Putin?

The proposed meeting between Presidents Zelenskyy and Putin in Istanbul is seen as a critical step toward de-escalating tensions and potentially reaching a peace agreement. While the exact outcomes remain uncertain, successful talks could lead to an agreed-upon framework for peace, reducing hostilities, and addressing key issues like territorial sovereignty and international law adherence. This direct engagement is seen as vital to resolving longstanding disputes and fostering regional stability.

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Putin not planning conversation with Zelenskyi so far - Peskov Putin not planning conversation with Zelenskyi so far - Peskov Russian President Vladimir Putin is not planning a conversation with his Ukrainian counterpart Volodymyr Zelenskyi, Russian presidential press secretary Dmitry Peskov has said. 3 379 91 Ukrainian Politics

Zelenskyi approves strategy for de-occupation, reintegration of Crimea Zelenskyi approves strategy for de-occupation, reintegration of Crimea President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyi put into effect the decision of the National Security and Defense Council (NSDC) of Ukraine dated March 11, 2021 on the Strategy for the de-occupation and reintegration of the temporarily occupied territory of the Autonomous Republic of Crimea and the city of Sevastopol. 3 662 28 Previously in trend: Occupied territories - Crimea and Donbas

President approves imposition of sanctions against 26 foreigners, 81 companies President approves imposition of sanctions against 26 foreigners, 81 companies President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyi enacted the decision of the National Security and Defense Council of Ukraine to impose sanctions on 26 foreigners and 81 legal entities. 11 786 44 Ukrainian Politics

Zelenskyi introduces temporary visa-free regime for Chinese tourists Zelenskyi introduces temporary visa-free regime for Chinese tourists President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyi signed decree No. 116/2021 on the temporary introduction of a visa-free regime for citizens of the People's Republic of China entering Ukraine for tourism purposes. 5 727 87 Ukrainian Politics

Zelenskyi signs law on creation of Bureau of Economic Security Zelenskyi signs law on creation of Bureau of Economic Security President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyi signed law No. 1150-IX on the Bureau of Economic Security of Ukraine, which the Verkhovna Rada adopted on January 28, 2021, the presidential press service said on Monday. 28 449 59 Ukrainian Politics

Zelenskyi thanks Lithuania for opposing Nord Stream 2 project Zelenskyi thanks Lithuania for opposing Nord Stream 2 project President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyi has stated that Ukraine appreciates steps taken by Lithuania in opposing the implementation of Russia’s Nord Stream 2 gas pipeline project. 2 000 29 Ukrainian Politics

President Zelenskyi Thanks G7 For Support Of Crimean Platform Establishment President Zelenskyi Thanks G7 For Support Of Crimean Platform Establishment President Volodymyr Zelenskyi has thanked G7 countries (the United States, Canada, Britain, Germany, France, Italy and Japan) for their support of the establishment of the Crimean Platform. 3 635 38 Ukrainian Politics

Ihor Brusylo becomes deputy head of President Ihor Brusylo becomes deputy head of President's Office Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has appointed Ihor Brusylo as deputy head of the President's Office. 5 420 17 Ukrainian Politics

First inoculation against COVID-19 reduces risk of infection by 76% – Zelenskyi First inoculation against COVID-19 reduces risk of infection by 76% – Zelenskyi President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyi at a conference call on preventing the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19) infection noted the need for re-vaccination against COVID-19, the press service of the head of state said. 2 402 47 Previously in trend: Coronavirus from China

Zelenskyi signs new version of law on financial leasing Zelenskyi signs new version of law on financial leasing President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyi has signed a new edition of the law "On Financial Leasing", which defines the general principles of financial leasing in Ukraine in accordance with international law. 3 631 11 Ukrainian Politics

Vaccination, not lockdown, main response to COVID-19 - Zelenskyi Vaccination, not lockdown, main response to COVID-19 - Zelenskyi President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyi announced the priority of vaccination over the introduction of a lockdown, as well as the need to increase the speed of vaccination in the country. 2 749 40 Previously in trend: Anti-epidemic measures and restrictions

Center for Countering Disinformation to start operation in Ukraine in near future – Zelenskyi Center for Countering Disinformation to start operation in Ukraine in near future – Zelenskyi President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyi says that the Center for Countering Disinformation, the creation of which was announced earlier, will begin its operation soon and will become an international hub for countering propaganda and disinformation in the future. 7 430 69 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine

Zelenskyi: I don Zelenskyi: I don't want to link sanctions against Medvedchuk's TV channels and provocations in Donbas. ВИДЕО Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyi has said that the number of provocations in the conflict zone in Donbas has increased after the National Security and Defense Council imposed sanctions against Viktor Medvedchuk's TV channels controlled, but he does not want to link the two facts. 10 351 83 Previously in trend: Medvedcul channels sanctions

Mendel: Nothing negative that no telephone talks between Zelenskyi, Biden yet Mendel: Nothing negative that no telephone talks between Zelenskyi, Biden yet Press secretary of the President of Ukraine Yulia Mendel does not see anything negative in the fact that telephone talks between Volodymyr Zelenskyi and Joe Biden have not yet taken place, since the U.S. President has not yet had time to form his entire administration. 3 998 98 Ukrainian Politics

Supreme Court puts on hold lawsuit to challenge Zelenskyi Supreme Court puts on hold lawsuit to challenge Zelenskyi's decree on Tupytsky removal The Cassation Administrative Court within the Supreme Court has put on hold the lawsuit, in which the plaintiff for the second time challenged decree of the President of Ukraine dated December 29, 2020 No. 607/2020 on the removal of a judge of the Constitutional Court of Ukraine, which temporarily suspended Head of the Constitutional Court Oleksandr Tupytsky from office, according to the court's press service. 2 329 19 Ukrainian Politics

Zelenskyi: Nord Stream 2 threatens Europe Zelenskyi: Nord Stream 2 threatens Europe's energy security The construction of Russia's Nord Stream 2 threatens not only Ukraine but also the energy security of the whole of Europe, President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyi has said. 1 847 39 Ukrainian Politics

Zelenskyi calls on EU to impose sanctions over human rights violations in occupied Crimea Zelenskyi calls on EU to impose sanctions over human rights violations in occupied Crimea President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyi invited President of the European Council Charles Michel to take part in the Crimean Platform summit and called on the European Union to impose sanctions on those who violate human rights in the occupied Crimea. 1 173 20 Previously in trend: Occupied territories - Crimea and Donbas

European Council President: Russia is part of conflict in Donbas, not mediator European Council President: Russia is part of conflict in Donbas, not mediator The European Union will maintain sanctions against Russia until it fully implements the Minsk agreements, as Russia is a part of the conflict in Donbas, not a mediator. 7 716 30 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine

Zelenskyi vaccinated against COVID-19 with Oxford/AstraZeneca vaccine Zelenskyi vaccinated against COVID-19 with Oxford/AstraZeneca vaccine President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyi was vaccinated against coronavirus (COVID-19), the head of state said on his social media page. 32 149 375 Previously in trend: Coronavirus from China

Zelenskyi welcomes European Council Zelenskyi welcomes European Council's President Michel on his first visit to Ukraine, Donbas President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyi welcomed President of the European Council Charles Michel on his first visit to Ukraine, and also noted the importance of his visit to the contact line in Donbas. 1 488 13 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine

Zelenskyi enacts NSDC decision on sanctions against ten traitors of Ukraine Zelenskyi enacts NSDC decision on sanctions against ten traitors of Ukraine Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyi has signed a decree approving the sanctions imposed by the National Security and Defense Council NSDC against former officials and servicemen who betrayed Ukraine. 10 410 43 Ukrainian Politics

Zelenskyi announces ‘court in smartphone’ Zelenskyi announces ‘court in smartphone’ Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyi believes that bureaucratic procedures should go online to ensure transparency of the court, and announced a so-called "court in a smartphone". 12 449 171 Ukrainian Politics

Zelenskyi increases number of NSDC staff members Zelenskyi increases number of NSDC staff members President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyi increased the maximum number of staff members of the National Security and Defense Council (NSDC) to 237 full-time employees. 3 124 50 Ukrainian Politics

Zelenskyi signs decree on measures to de-occupy Crimea Zelenskyi signs decree on measures to de-occupy Crimea President Volodymyr Zelenskyi has signed a decree on certain measures for de-occupation and reintegration of the Russian-occupied Crimea. 4 246 18 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine Occupation of Crimea

Zelenskyi, Stoltenberg discuss Ukraine Zelenskyi, Stoltenberg discuss Ukraine's NATO membership: our immediate goal is MAP President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyi, following a telephone conversation with NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg, said Ukraine's immediate goal is the NATO Membership Action Plan (MAP). 7 354 140 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine

Zelenskyi signs decree on Ukraine Zelenskyi signs decree on Ukraine's withdrawal from two CIS agreements Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyi has signed a decree "On Ukraine's withdrawal from international treaties concluded within the Commonwealth of Independent States," the presidential press service has reported. 3 821 35 Ukrainian Politics

Rada supports law on resumption of competitions for positions in civil service with president Rada supports law on resumption of competitions for positions in civil service with president's proposals The Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine has supported the proposals of President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky for the law on the resumption of competitions for civil service positions, which were terminated due to the quarantine associated with coronavirus (COVID-19), and on the extension of the term of office of the acting ministers. 6 112 54 Ukrainian Politics

Free vaccinations against COVID-19 guaranteed to all citizens of Ukraine; military doctors, JFO participants to be among the first to be vaccinated – President Free vaccinations against COVID-19 guaranteed to all citizens of Ukraine; military doctors, JFO participants to be among the first to be vaccinated – President President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyi notes that military doctors and members of the Joint Forces Operation (JFO) in eastern Ukraine will be among the first to be vaccinated with the COVID-19 vaccine, which is to arrive in Ukraine in the near future, the website of the head of state reported. 1 455 24 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine Anti-epidemic measures and restrictions

Large marina and new port to be built in Odesa - Zelenskyi Large marina and new port to be built in Odesa - Zelenskyi A large marina and a new port for business development and transportation will be built in the city of Odesa, President Volodymyr Zelenskyi has said. 5 677 35 Ukrainian Politics

Ukraine counts on IMF funds, confident country to receive them in 2021 – Zelenskyi Ukraine counts on IMF funds, confident country to receive them in 2021 – Zelenskyi Ukraine is counting on the funds of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and is confident of receiving them in 2021, President Volodymyr Zelenskyi has said. 3 702 44 Ukrainian Politics

Zelenskyi: Construction of new Kyiv bypass road will begin this year Zelenskyi: Construction of new Kyiv bypass road will begin this year The construction of a new bypass road around Kyiv with a length of 150 km will begin this year. 15 475 82 Ukrainian Politics

FM Kuleba: Preparations for Zelenskyi-Biden phone conversation ongoing FM Kuleba: Preparations for Zelenskyi-Biden phone conversation ongoing Preparations for the telephone conversation between President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyi and U.S. President Joe Biden are ongoing, and there are no causes for concern. 2 162 38 Ukrainian Politics

Zelenskyi: Ukraine needs to reform judicial system Zelenskyi: Ukraine needs to reform judicial system The Ukrainian government should focus on reforming the judicial system and increasing public confidence in the judiciary. 4 586 68 Ukrainian Politics

Zelenskyi supports Ukraine’s digital transformation strategy for coming years Zelenskyi supports Ukraine’s digital transformation strategy for coming years President Volodymyr Zelenskyi supports the strategy for digital transformation of Ukraine for the next three years. 6 129 85 Ukrainian Politics

Zelenskyi Suggests Rada Withdraw District Administrative Court’s Authorities To Consider Lawfulness Of Regulatory-Legal Acts Of Cabinet, Ministries And NBU, Transfer Them To Supreme Court Zelenskyi Suggests Rada Withdraw District Administrative Court’s Authorities To Consider Lawfulness Of Regulatory-Legal Acts Of Cabinet, Ministries And NBU, Transfer Them To Supreme Court President Volodymyr Zelenskyi has suggested that the Verkhovna Rada withdraw the authorities of the District Administrative Court of Kyiv (court’s head is Pavlo Vovk) to consider the lawfulness of the regulatory-legal acts issued by the Cabinet of Ministers, Ukrainians ministries and the National Bank of Ukraine, and transfer them to the Supreme Court as a court of the first instance. 5 822 20 Ukrainian Politics

Liashko to urgently leave for Ivano-Frankivsk region due to COVID-19 outbreak Liashko to urgently leave for Ivano-Frankivsk region due to COVID-19 outbreak In the hospitals that treat patients infected with coronavirus (COVID-19) in Ivano-Frankivsk region, about 73% of beds are already occupied, and the number of active patients exceeds Kyiv's indicators, Prime Minister of Ukraine Denys Shmyhal said during a conference call with the President of Ukraine on Tuesday. 3 967 16 Previously in trend: Anti-epidemic measures and restrictions

Zelenskyi orders to identify those responsible for death of three soldiers in Donbas Zelenskyi orders to identify those responsible for death of three soldiers in Donbas President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyi ordered to identify the perpetrators of the tragedy of three servicemen in Donbas within ten days. 59 677 434 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine

Ukraine, UAE sign memos, contracts worth over $3 bln – President Ukraine, UAE sign memos, contracts worth over $3 bln – President's Office Ukraine and the United Arab Emirates have signed memorandums and contracts worth $3 billion or more, the presidential press service said. 13 478 152 Ukrainian Politics

Ambassadors who visited Donbas with Zelenskyi share impressions on social media Ambassadors who visited Donbas with Zelenskyi share impressions on social media The ambassadors of the United States, Germany, France, the United Kingdom, Canada and Sweden, who visited Donbas together with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyi on February 11, have expressed their support for Ukraine in resolving the situation in the east of the country. 14 608 25 Ukrainian Politics

Ukraine not to allow disrupting ceasefire in Donbas no matter what – Zelenskyi Ukraine not to allow disrupting ceasefire in Donbas no matter what – Zelenskyi President Volodymyr Zelenskyi said that Ukraine would not allow the ceasefire regime in Donbas to be disrupted, despite the efforts of Russia-occupation forces, the press service of the President's Office said. 8 558 107 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine

Zelenskyi Doubts Ukrainians Zelenskyi Doubts Ukrainians' Ability To Travel Around Europe Without Vaccination President Volodymyr Zelenskyi has doubts about the ability of Ukrainians to travel around Europe without vaccination. 4 030 50 Previously in trend: Anti-epidemic measures and restrictions

Russian vaccine will not be tested on Ukrainians - Zelenskyi Russian vaccine will not be tested on Ukrainians - Zelenskyi Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyi has denied the possibility of vaccinating Ukrainians with the Russian Sputnik V vaccine until the official confirmation of its effectiveness at the global level. 2 544 26 Previously in trend: Anti-epidemic measures and restrictions

President launches large-scale public dialogue with 30 weekly forums President launches large-scale public dialogue with 30 weekly forums Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyi has launched a large-scale public dialogue to mark the 30th anniversary of Ukraine's independence, which will consist of 30 large-scale weekly forums on vital issues for the country. 8 886 205 Ukrainian Politics

Zelenskyi ready to show by personal example that vaccination is important and safe Zelenskyi ready to show by personal example that vaccination is important and safe Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyi has said he is ready to show people by personal example that vaccination is important, safe and necessary. 6 626 151 Previously in trend: Coronavirus from China

Over 60% of Ukrainians support idea of parliament dissolution, government resignation Over 60% of Ukrainians support idea of parliament dissolution, government resignation Идею роспуска парламента и досрочные перевыборы поддерживают 63%, идею отставки президента и назначения досрочных выборов Главы государства - 50%. 16 217 146 Ukrainian Politics

Zelenskyi: No threat to freedom of speech and media business in Ukraine Zelenskyi: No threat to freedom of speech and media business in Ukraine President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyi has held a meeting with heads of major Ukrainian TV channels to discuss a decision of the National Security and Defense Council (NSDC) to impose sanctions against the NewsOne, ZIK and 112 Ukraine TV channels, the president’s press service reported on Wednesday evening. 9 262 50 Previously in trend: Medvedcul channels sanctions

Ukraine supports freedom of speech, not propaganda funded by aggressor-country – Zelenskyi Ukraine supports freedom of speech, not propaganda funded by aggressor-country – Zelenskyi Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyi says Ukraine strongly supports freedom of speech, not aggressor-funded propaganda that undermines the country on its path to EU and EuroAtlantic integration. 9 796 114 Ukrainian Politics

Opposition Platform – For Life initiates impeachment of President Zelenskyi Opposition Platform – For Life initiates impeachment of President Zelenskyi The Opposition Platform - For Life faction is initiating an impeachment of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, MP, co-chairman of the Opposition Platform - For Life party Vadym Rabinovych said. 74 092 706 Previously in trend: Medvedcul channels sanctions