Ukraine’s Defence Minister Rustem Umerov will lead the Ukrainian delegation at negotiations set to take place in Istanbul on Monday. President Volodymyr Zelensky announced this on social media following briefings from the country’s military and diplomatic leadership.
According to the President, Ukraine will insist on three key conditions: a full and unconditional ceasefire, the release of all prisoners of war, and the return of abducted children.
Zelensky also noted that preparations have begun for a high-level summit, stating that only national leaders can resolve the most critical issues.
The President said he had received reports from the defence and foreign ministers, the General Staff, intelligence agencies, and the Security Service of Ukraine. He outlined objectives for the near term as part of efforts to defend the country’s independence and people.