U.S. President Donald Trump indicated Thursday he may participate in the upcoming Russia-Ukraine negotiations scheduled in Istanbul, marking a potential shift in American diplomatic engagement with the conflict.
"I would go to Russia-Ukraine talks in Istanbul on Friday if it is appropriate," Trump said.
The statement comes as diplomatic efforts intensify to find a resolution to the war that has continued for over two years. Istanbul has emerged as a neutral venue for the talks, with Türkiye maintaining diplomatic relations with both Moscow and Kyiv throughout the conflict.