December 5, 08:25 AM • 12210 viewsDecember 4, 02:10 PM • 25508 viewsVolodymyr Zelenskyy reported on a conversation with Recep Tayyip Erdoğan regarding the details of a meeting in Turkey to end the war. Ukraine is ready for direct negotiations with Putin.
The President of Ukraine supports the idea of a meeting with the participation of Trump and Putin in Turkey to discuss a ceasefire. Zelenskyy confirmed Ukraine's readiness to ensure silence on its part.
Dmitry Peskov stated that Russia is serious about finding ways to resolve the situation in Ukraine, but rejects ultimatums. He stressed his readiness for negotiations without preconditions.
Erdogan stated Turkey's readiness to organize negotiations between Ukraine and Russia to achieve lasting peace. He discussed this issue with Macron.
Hakan Fidan announced Turkey's readiness to undertake a mission to monitor the ceasefire in Ukraine, if one is established. Ankara reaffirms its commitment to Ukraine's sovereignty.
Donald Trump, during a telephone conversation with Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, offered him to become a mediator between Ukraine and Russia. Erdoğan responded positively to the proposal.
The advisor to the head of the Office of the President stated that the US rhetoric regarding Ukraine has changed for the better. There is an understanding that it is comfortable to negotiate with Ukraine.
Donald Trump reported that he discussed the war in Ukraine, the situation in Syria and an invitation to visit Turkey with Recep Erdoğan. Trump emphasized the end of the war between Russia and Ukraine.
Andriy Sybiha and Ali Mohamed Omar signed a protocol on the establishment of diplomatic relations between Ukraine and Somalia. Ukraine also provided assistance to Somalia within the framework of the "Grain from Ukraine" program.
Hakan Fidan stated that any peace agreement between Ukraine and Russia would be better than deaths. Turkey supports the US initiative to end the war.
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan has confirmed that his country will be one of the security guarantors for Ukraine.
The authorities condemned the calls for a boycott organized by the opposition after the arrest of the mayor of Istanbul. The Minister of Trade called it an attempt to undermine the country's economic stability.
The crisis between the US and Ukraine's EU allies highlights the importance of Turkey's defense industry for European security. Europe is forced to turn a blind eye to Erdogan's repression.
Erdogan held talks with Putin on navigation safety in the Black Sea. The restoration of the grain initiative and Turkey's readiness for peace talks were discussed.
The Istanbul Municipal Council elected an interim mayor after the imprisonment of Ekrem İmamoğlu. US authorities expressed concern over the arrest and mass protests in Turkey.
Russian pranksters deceived Kosovo's Prime Minister Albin Kurti by posing as the President of Latvia. Kurti's office stated that this incident confirms Russia's obsession with Kosovo.
The Turkish President stated that the CHP provoked violence during the protests against the arrest of the Mayor of Istanbul. He vowed to hold them accountable for the injuries to police officers.
During protests against the arrest of Istanbul Mayor Ekrem İmamoğlu, 1,133 people were detained, including ten journalists. Authorities report 123 injured police officers.
Elon Musk's social network X has suspended opposition accounts in Turkey due to mass riots. Protests began after the arrest of the mayor of Istanbul, Erdogan's main opponent.
Turkish authorities have detained 37 people for social media posts about the detention of Ekrem Imamoglu. They are accused of inciting hatred and crime against the authorities.
Students across Turkey have taken to the streets to protest the arrest of Ekrem Imamoglu, the main political rival of President Erdogan. He is accused of corruption and aiding terrorists, which has sparked outrage from the opposition.
Mayor of Istanbul, Ekrem Imamoglu, has been detained on charges including corruption and aiding terrorists. The opposition called it an attempted coup against the future president.
Istanbul University has canceled the scientific degree of Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu due to violations. Now the politician cannot run for president, but he will appeal this decision.
The President of Turkey is working on organizing a meeting with Trump in Washington to strengthen the strategic partnership. Erdoğan called for the lifting of sanctions and the restoration of cooperation on the F-35 and F-16.
According to Erdogan's advisor, the main problem is the loss of trust between the parties.
The President of Ukraine spoke with Macron about monitoring the silence and further diplomatic steps. A conversation with Erdogan about peace initiatives is also planned.
Ukraine considers Turkey as a strategic partner and is ready to ratify the free trade agreement during Erdogan's visit. In 2024, Turkey ratified the free trade agreement with Ukraine.
Zelenskyy held a meeting with representatives of Turkey regarding the production of drones and the reconstruction of Ukraine. He emphasized the importance of support and strategic partnership between the countries.
Erdogan seeks closer cooperation with the EU in defense and economics in exchange for security, which may include the participation of Turkish troops in a peacekeeping mission in Ukraine. Ankara is assessing a non-combat mission.
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk expressed hope that Turkey will contribute to the peace process in Ukraine. He noted that Ankara's role could be decisive in ensuring stability in the region.
