US and Turkey Mediate for a Temporary Ceasefire in Russia and Ukraine
May 16, 2025
The United States and Turkey are mediating in peace talks between Russia and Ukraine, aiming for a temporary ceasefire of 30 days. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and President Erdogan have communicated with both delegations and expect trilateral meetings in Istanbul. The Russian side is ready to return to negotiations, and the situation seems to be progressing. President Zelensky will not personally participate in the talks.