Overview

• Ukrainian President Zelenski proposed an immediate 30-day unconditional ceasefire as a prerequisite for peace talks, a stance supported by European leaders.
• Russia has refused the ceasefire demand, with Kremlin spokesperson Dmitri Peskov rejecting what he termed 'ultimatums' and delaying confirmation of its Istanbul delegation.
• Despite the ceasefire proposal, Ukraine reported 108 Russian drone attacks overnight, underscoring ongoing hostilities.
• The EU has finalized its 17th sanctions package, prepared to implement it if no progress toward a ceasefire is made during the week.
• Turkey, led by President Erdogan, continues to position itself as mediator for the May 15 Istanbul talks, though uncertainty looms over Russia’s participation.