A crucial step has finally been taken in the months-long war between Ukraine and Russia.In this context, Russia has taken a step back.
Russia has agreed to reduce its military operations near the Ukrainian capital, Kiev, near the northern city of Chernivtsi.Ukraine agreed to Russia’s demands.
The talks between the two countries’ representatives lasted for 3 hours in Istanbul, Turkey.However, most of these talks were successful.
The Ukrainian military says it has observed the withdrawal of Russian troops from the vicinity of Kiev and Chernivtsi.
The two countries discussed the possibility of concluding an international peace agreement.
Much of the discussion focused on Ukraine’s security assurances, along with the withdrawal of troops.Ukrainian President Zhelensky said Ukraine was ready to announce its decision during talks if Russia demanded that Ukraine remain neutral on NATO.
Russia’s spokesman said the war was over as both sides stepped down.He said the deal would take a long time to finalize.
Following the success of the Istanbul talks, Russian President Vladimir Putin is expected to meet with Ukrainian President Zhelezny soon.
Ukraine, on the other hand, said it would try to evacuate civilians from three cities in the south.
Deputy Prime Minister Irina Vareshchuk said 880 people had left Mariupol a day earlier without any agreement.
