Recep Tayyip Erdoğan
Zelenskyy said he was ready to meet with Putin in Turkey if Erdoğan organizes the talks. Kyiv demands that a ceasefire be implemented first.
Zelenskyy congratulated Bartholomew on the 35th anniversary of his enthronement. They discussed peace, contacts with the United States, and the humanitarian operation in Oleshky.
The leaders of Ukraine and Turkey agreed to work on an effective grain corridor. Ukraine proposed trilateral talks in Turkey with European participation.
Ukraine expects an increase in the supply of generators and energy equipment as early as next week. Zelenskyy discussed energy projects with Erdoğan.
The President of Ukraine arrived in Istanbul for talks with Recep Tayyip Erdoğan and a meeting with Patriarch Bartholomew. They will discuss the Black Sea.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced important talks in Turkey and expects diplomatic formats to be agreed upon in November. On October 31, he will visit the country.
The U. S. is working on a meeting between Vladimir Putin and Volodymyr Zelenskyy, possibly in the Middle East. Zelenskyy will also speak with Erdoğan.
The talks involving Turkey, the UN and mediators are scheduled for early October. The initiative is intended to protect grain shipments and ports.
Zelenskyy thanked Erdoğan for supporting Ukraine. The parties discussed the maritime export corridor, free trade, and the Drone Deal.
The President of Türkiye proposed reforming the UN Security Council without permanent members and veto power. Ankara plans to create a coalition in support of the changes.
Ukrainians have the most favorable views of Macron, Merz, and Erdoğan. They have the most negative views of Putin, Lukashenko, and Trump. Ukrainians’ attitudes toward Russians and Belarusians have worsened since 2022.
The warrant concerns the interception of the Global Sumud Flotilla and 35 people. Ankara also plans to appeal to Interpol.
The President of Turkey said that the Israeli government is using the chaos in the Middle East to push the Palestinian issue aside. He pledged support for the establishment of a Palestinian state and welcomed plans to hold elections.
US President Donald Trump said he will not allow anyone to tell him what to sell, responding to a question about the possible sale of F-35 fighter jets to Turkey. He called President Erdogan a friend and ally, despite objections from Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a meeting with Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan on July 16. The parties discussed diplomatic steps for peace, the situation on the front line, and the development of bilateral trade.
The President of Turkey expressed support for Trump's peace vision for Ukraine. Ankara will continue military and diplomatic assistance to Kyiv.
Delcy Rodríguez and Recep Erdoğan discussed cooperation in energy and trade. The parties plan to increase trade volume to $3 billion.
The Turkish leader plans talks with Trump during a football match in Los Angeles. Discussions will focus on the countries' roles in the Alliance and defense.
Ankara police stormed the opposition office following the judicial removal of leader Özgür Özel. Tear gas and water cannons were used against protesters.
President Erdogan called on the EU to develop ties with Ankara from the perspective of full membership to strengthen the European architecture. He believes that without Ankara, the bloc will be weak.
The Turkish parliament has passed a law restricting teenagers' access to social media. Providers will implement parental controls and age verification.
The President of Turkey discussed with the NATO Secretary General efforts to end the war through diplomatic means. Ankara is working to organize leaders' negotiations.
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte called on allies to increase the production of air defense systems and drones. The key topic of the upcoming summit in Ankara will be the defense industry.
The head of the Russian Foreign Ministry stated that negotiations with Ukraine are not a priority. Earlier, Erdogan offered Istanbul as a platform for a peaceful dialogue between the parties.
Andriy Sybiha and Hakan Fidan discussed cooperation in the defense sector, energy, and logistics. The parties are preparing a meeting of presidents to bring peace closer.
Ukraine has signaled to Turkey its readiness for a leaders' meeting. Andriy Sybiha confirmed Ankara's important role in peace efforts.
Zelenskyy announced the strengthening of energy and logistics cooperation with Turkey. Ukraine is expanding defense and economic ties with Middle Eastern countries.
The leaders discussed the development of gas infrastructure and defense cooperation in Istanbul. Naftogaz will hold talks with Turkey's Ministry of Energy on projects.
The President of Turkey put forward an initiative to hold a meeting in Istanbul. Volodymyr Zelenskyy confirmed Ukraine's readiness for negotiations.
The President of Turkey discussed global challenges and the situation in Iran with the NATO Secretary General. Erdogan called on the world to stop the war and strengthen the alliance at the summit.