Zelenskiy seeks momentum in Russia-Ukraine peace talks
'The implementation of the agreements from the second Istanbul meeting is ongoing,' Zelenskiy posted on X, referencing discussions held earlier this year in Turkey. 'This process needs more momentum.'
Zelenskiy also assigned Umerov, previously Ukraine's defence minister until a recent government reshuffle, to oversee arms agreements with Kyiv's allies. - Reuters
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