Ukraine hopes for ‘constructive’ position from Russia at talks

A view of the destroyed part of the Ilyich Iron and Steel Works in the Russian-controlled Azov Sea port city of Mariupol in southeastern Ukraine on July 16, 2025. (AFP)
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  • “Everything will depend on whether Russia stops speaking in ultimatums,” said the source

ISTANBUL: Ukraine is ready to agree a ceasefire with Russia at talks in Istanbul on Wednesday but results from the meeting will depend on whether Russia takes a “constructive position,” a source in the Ukrainian delegation told AFP.

“Everything will depend on whether Russia stops speaking in ultimatums and takes a constructive position. This will determine whether results can be achieved at this meeting,” the source told AFP.