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Russia and Ukraine met in Istanbul for the second round of peace talks, with low expectations for significant progress. The Ukrainian delegation, led by Defense Minister Rustem Umerov, and the Russian delegation, headed by Vladimir Medinsky, discussed under Turkish mediation. Both sides reported ongoing intense fighting. Ukraine said it struck Russian planes, while Russia bombarded Ukrainian territories. Recent attacks included a missile strike near a Kharkiv school, causing no casualties.

Courtesy: WTOP Staff