“Türkiye has become a country whose mediation is sought in peace diplomacy”

 

Delivering remarks following the Presidential Cabinet meeting, President Erdoğan, on the upcoming peace talks between Russia and Ukraine, said: “Türkiye has become a country whose assistance, support and mediation are sought globally in peace diplomacy. We came very close to finding a solution to the Russia-Ukraine crisis in March 2022. Yet, our efforts were thwarted with the interventions of war barons. Unfortunately, the price for this was paid mostly by civilians, children and women.”

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan held a press conference following the Presidential Cabinet Meeting at the Presidential Complex.

“Türkiye has become a country whose assistance, support and mediation are sought globally in peace diplomacy. We came very close to finding a solution to the Russia-Ukraine crisis in March 2022. Yet, our efforts were thwarted with the interventions of war barons. Unfortunately, the price for this was paid mostly by civilians, children and women. At this stage, Russia, Ukraine, the U.S. and Europe have agreed on the resumption of negotiations. As the only country that is trusted by all parties, we have reiterated that we stand ready to contribute to the negotiations and will be pleased to host the talks. The recent talks have opened a new window of opportunity. We believe that this time the opportunity will not be allowed to go to waste,” President Erdoğan said.