As Russia and the United States hold their first round of negotiations in Riyadh, questions arise about the prospects for peace in Ukraine and the broader geopolitical implications. Meanwhile, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky traveled to Ankara for talks with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan. Is Ukraine seeking a new strategic ally, or is it simply looking for military assistance? At the same time, tensions are rising in the Baltic region, fueling concerns about potential Russian aggression.