Talks between Russia and Ukraine will begin at 10:30 a.m. Istanbul time (3:30 a.m. ET).
Ukraine’s Human Rights Commissioner Liudmyla Denisova said Tuesday that 144 children have died so far in the war.
Japan to ban exports to Russia by April 5
Japan is expected to halt the export of passenger cars and several fashion items to Russia from April 5. The Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry announced a ban on products like alcohol, tobacco, motorcycles, perfumes, watches with precious metals, antique goods and cosmetics.
UN Secretary to pursue humanitarian cease-fire in Ukraine
UN Secretary-General António Guterres has asked Martin Griffiths, the Under-Secretary-General at the Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs, to inspect the humanitarian cease-fire in Ukraine.
Peace talks to resume today
Russia and Ukraine are expected to continue their face-to-face talks this week in Turkey as Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov informed reporters that talks will likely resume today—with Ukraine’s primary objective to have a cease-fire agreement with Russia.
NATO Allies confused about talks with Putin
NATO allies are confused about pursuing talks with Putin. While France and Germany are expecting a cease-fire initially, followed by the withdrawal of the Russian military. Other NATO countries are hesitant, speculating the conversation with the Kremlin would be counterproductive.
