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Dolmabahce Palace: Where history meets diplomacy in the heart of IstanbulDolmabahce Palace: Where history meets diplomacy in the heart of Istanbul
Once the home to Ottoman sultans, the magnificent palace has re-emerged as a key venue for international diplomacy, reflecting Türkiye’s growing role on the global stage. The palace bridges times as historic talks return to its halls.Once the home to Ottoman sultans, the magnificent palace has re-emerged as a key venue for international diplomacy, reflecting Türkiye’s growing role on the global stage. The palace bridges times as historic talks return to its halls.
Germany calls Ukraine-Russia talks in Istanbul a ‘positive signal’Germany calls Ukraine-Russia talks in Istanbul a ‘positive signal’
German Chancellor Merz welcomes first direct talks between Ukrainian, Russian delegations in over three years, calls for increased diplomatic efforts to end war.German Chancellor Merz welcomes first direct talks between Ukrainian, Russian delegations in over three years, calls for increased diplomatic efforts to end war.
Zelenskyy calls for more pressure on Russia after Istanbul peace talksZelenskyy calls for more pressure on Russia after Istanbul peace talks
Ukrainian President briefed key Western leaders — including Trump, Macron, Merz, Starmer, and Tusk — following the Istanbul peace talks, urging continued international pressure on Moscow unless it agrees to a full ceasefire.Ukrainian President briefed key Western leaders — including Trump, Macron, Merz, Starmer, and Tusk — following the Istanbul peace talks, urging continued international pressure on Moscow unless it agrees to a full ceasefire.
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