Claim: Russians and Ukrainians met in Istanbul in May 2025 for their first direct peace talks in over three years. Fact Check Summary: Yes, Russian and Ukrainian negotiators met in Istanbul in May 2025 for the first time since 2022. The meeting was facilitated by Turkey and attended by mid-level officials from both sides. While … Continue reading Fact Check: Did Russia and Ukraine Hold Peace Talks in Istanbul in May 2025?