Putin signals readiness to resume trilateral Ukraine talks after Duma elections

Russian President Putin stated that Ukraine has signaled readiness to resume negotiations, which were broken off in Istanbul, and that a new round could occur after the Duma elections. The format and timing remain unspecified, and it is unclear if this represents a genuine shift or a tactical statement. This matters as it could signal a potential de-escalation in the conflict, though skepticism is warranted given past breakdowns.