The article discusses the ongoing Russo-Ukrainian War and various developments related to it. Here are some key points:
* **Putin avoids face-off with Zelenskyy**: Russian President Vladimir Putin has refused to attend peace talks in Turkey, despite Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s public call for direct negotiations.
* **Kremlin sends low-level negotiators**: Instead of sending top officials, the Kremlin dispatched a team that had previously demanded Ukraine’s surrender in 2022. This move has been met with criticism from Zelenskyy, who called it “decorative”.
* **US hesitation on sanctions**: The United States is facing pressure to impose new sanctions on Russia despite its refusal to accept a ceasefire. However, the US appears hesitant to take decisive action, which could let the opportunity slip away.
* **Diplomatic push in three cities**: Ukrainian President Zelenskyy met with Turkish President Erdoğan in Ankara, while NATO ministers gathered in Antalya for talks on Ukraine’s peace intentions.
