Vladimir Medinsky on how the Ukrainians have changed between 2022 Istanbul talks and now – after leading Russian delegation on both occasions.
“Last time they were more independent, they had more freedom in their actions. Now, they are nervous -looking at each other, watching each other.
Three years ago, I stood there with Ukraine’s Denis Kireyev during a break, and just chatted to him for 15 minutes about life in Crimea.
Of course, he was assassinated by Kiev right after the talks.”
