Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Tuesday he wanted to negotiate an unconditional 30-day ceasefire face-to-face with Vladimir Putin at this week's talks in Istanbul because only the Russian leader could enact such a pause.

President Zelenskiy stated he would attend talks with Russia this week only if President Putin participates, suggesting Putin is afraid of a face-to-face meeting. The U.S., led by President Trump, is actively involved in peace efforts,

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says that he will be waiting for Russian President Vladimir Putin in the Turkish capital this week to conduct face-to-face talks about the more than 3-year war