Zelensky visits Turkey in a bid to 'intensify' peace talks

There were no plans for the Russian side to join the talks, the Kremlin said.

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"Bringing the end of the war closer with all our might is Ukraine's top priority," Zelensky said, adding that efforts would also focus on resuming prisoner exchanges.

It was unclear whether representatives from the US would join.

Special envoy Steve Witkoff was rumoured to take part in the talks, but hours before the meeting was meant to take place his attendance had not been confirmed.

Turkey has maintained ties with both Kyiv and Moscow and has previously hosted talks between the two factions.