China and Brazil support possible Ukraine-Russia talks in Istanbul
Photo: Xi Jinping, leader of the People's Republic of China (Getty Images)
China and Brazil have voiced support for potential peace talks between Ukraine and Russia in Istanbul to end the war, stated a joint declaration by China and Brazil on the Ukraine war, Xinhua reports.
Both countries said they welcomed the proposal by Russian leader Vladimir Putin to begin peace negotiations, as well as the positive response from Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
The two nations expressed hope that Russia and Ukraine would engage in direct dialogue as soon as possible, calling it the only viable path to ending the war.
Ukraine-Russia talks
Talks between Ukraine and Russia are scheduled for May 15 and are expected to take place in Istanbul. It remains unclear at what level the two sides will be represented.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said he is ready to travel to Istanbul to meet directly with Russian leader Vladimir Putin. However, more than 24 hours have passed, and the Kremlin has yet to respond to his offer.
US President Donald Trump may also take part in the negotiations. According to CNN sources, he is prepared to fly to Istanbul if Putin agrees to a dialogue with Zelenskyy.
Earlier, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian, commenting on a proposed 30-day ceasefire between Ukraine and Russia, said that China supports all initiatives aimed at achieving peace.
