Rome, May 16 (LaPresse) – The first negotiations between the Russian and Ukrainian delegations have concluded in Istanbul. The meeting lasted nearly two hours. In the coming days, Moscow and Kyiv will carry out a prisoner exchange under the “1,000 for 1,000” format, as announced by the head of the Russian delegation in Istanbul, Vladimir Medinsky. Both sides agreed to present their vision of a possible future ceasefire during the talks. Furthermore, Russia expressed its willingness to continue negotiations with Ukraine. "Overall, we are satisfied with the outcome and are ready to continue contacts," concluded the aide to Russian President Vladimir Putin.