Russia and Ukraine discussed further prisoner swaps on Wednesday at a brief session of peace talks in Istanbul, but the sides remained far apart on ceasefire terms and a possible meeting of their leaders.

Ukraine and Russia are set to resume peace talks Wednesday in Turkey. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy confirmed the meeting, while the Kremlin has downplayed expectations, with spokesman Dmitry Peskov saying hopes for a breakthrough remain low.

Russia and Ukraine discussed further prisoner swaps on Wednesday at a brief session of peace talks in Istanbul, but the sides remained far apart on ceasefire terms and a possible meeting of their leaders.