The head of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's office said Tuesday that Russian President Vladimir Putin's refusal to attend planned negotiations in Türkiye would be “the last signal” that Russia is not interested in ending the war, speaking during the 2025 Copenhagen Democracy Summit.

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A refusal by Russian President Vladimir Putin to take part in negotiations in Istanbul would be the final signal of Russia's unwillingness to end the full-scale war it started, according to Andriy Yermak,

The X social media platform has blocked access to jailed Istanbul mayor Ekrem Imamoglu’s X social media account in Turkey, complying with a Turkish court order.

Brazil's president said Wednesday he will press Vladimir Putin in person to attend negotiations with Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelenskyy in Turkey, adding t

Montblanc has unveiled a new, immersive boutique at Istanbul Airport. The store was revamped in partnership with Gebr. Heinemann and TAV Airports subsidiary ATU Duty Free, to create an enhanced brand experience for travellers. At the heart of the new-look store is Montblanc’s “unwavering commitment” to craftsmanship and design.

The Ukrainian Armed Forces were ordered to take the Tetkino work settlement in the Glushkovsky district of the Kursk region by May 15, the day of the meeting of the Russian—Ukrainian delegation in Istanbul,

Russia launched 10 drones and decoys against Ukraine in the smallest Russian nighttime attack in months before possible peace talks in the Turkish city that Trump urges "not to underestimate". The Kremlin refuses to comment on the proposal by Ukrainian President,