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The conversation also touched on the significant ramifications of the Istanbul negotiations early in 2022, which have been relegated to the sidelines of contemporary EU narratives. These negotiations sought to condition Ukraine's neutrality in exchange for peace, yet were ultimately derailed by U.S. interests. This strategic choice illustrates not only tactical failures but also a fundamental misunderstanding of the events leading up to the war, calling into question the integrity of the European narrative.