Russian Delegation Arrives in Istanbul: Details

The Russian negotiation team has arrived in Istanbul, as reported by TASS. The second round of direct Russian-Ukrainian negotiations is scheduled for June 2. According to the agency, the meeting will take place at 1:00 PM local time at the Ciragan Palace.

The Russian delegation will be led by Presidential Assistant Vladimir Medinsky, while the Ukrainian delegation will be headed by Defense Minister Rustem Umerov. The composition of the Ukrainian negotiation group has been increased to 14 members, as stated in the decree by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky.