Another round of trilateral talks aimed at resolving the conflict in Ukraine could take place in Istanbul on March 11, according to Ukrainian media reports citing a source.

The previous meeting involving representatives of Russia, the United States and Ukraine was held in Geneva on February 17–18. Following those discussions, Vladimir Medinsky, head of the Russian delegation and an aide to the Russian president, indicated that the sides intended to continue consultations and organize another round of dialogue.

At the same time, Ukraine’s Secretary of the National Security and Defense Council, Rustem Umerov, noted that the Geneva meeting had produced a certain degree of progress.

Earlier, Turkish officials signaled their readiness to ensure security for potential negotiations, even as tensions in the Middle East have intensified.

According to a diplomatic source in Turkey cited by RIA Novosti, Ankara remains in contact with both Moscow and Kiev as part of its mediation efforts. The source suggested that opportunities for continuing the negotiating process still exist.