Recently in Istanbul, peace talks between Ukraine and Russia unfolded under Turkish mediation. Although the discussions were behind closed doors, they sparked promising progress on humanitarian matters. It's not every day we see bold proposals for ceasefire and humane solutions! 🕊️
During the talks, Ukrainian representatives presented a daring agenda that included a 30-day unconditional ceasefire, the release of prisoners, and the return of young soldiers and children. In response, Moscow proposed significant measures such as returning 6,000 bodies of fallen soldiers and arranging an exchange for the heavily wounded and soldiers aged between 18 and 25. They also suggested a short ceasefire lasting two to three days in selected front-line areas.
Adding a note of optimism, the Ukrainian defence minister hinted at another round of talks before the end of June. While many challenges remain, these steps offer hope for easing tensions and paving the way to a more humanitarian future. Even small diplomatic moves can spark big changes in turbulent times. ✨
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
