Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky raised the stakes ahead of a potential meeting with Vladimir Putin in Turkey by saying he wouldn’t hold talks with any Russian representative other than the president himself.

Volodymyr Zelensky has said he is willing to travel to Turkey for the talks - even if Vladimir Putin does not turn up.

A Kremlin spokesperson said a Russian delegation will be in Istanbul for direct peace talks with Ukraine. But will Vladmir Putin not attend the crucial talks on Thursday? Here's all you need to know.