Ukraine-Russia Talks in Turkey

Delegations from Ukraine and Russia met in Turkey for the first time since 2022, with Ukrainian President Zelensky criticizing the Russian side for theatrics and lack of interest in peace. Talks ended without meaningful progress.

Turkish Local Elections 2024

Turkish President Erdogan and his party suffered a major defeat in local elections, losing Istanbul and Ankara to opposition candidates. The opposition CHP won the popular vote, potentially hindering Erdogan's future plans. Erdogan vowed to learn from the defeat and improve. The election marked a significant increase in female mayors, signaling a potential shift in Turkish politics.