Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan affirmed that Ankara will keep pursuing a peaceful end to the war in Ukraine. He made the statement after a meeting with the Turkish government, as reported by TRT, the state broadcaster.
According to the president, he is engaging in personal discussions and phone calls with leaders in Turkey, Russia, and Ukraine as part of ongoing diplomatic efforts.
Erdogan noted that he conducted several conversations with Turkish officials in the previous week, underscoring the focus on diplomacy rather than escalation.
“Our aim is to stop the fighting. We are continuing our work to secure a stable peace between the Russian Federation and Ukraine,” Erdogan said, highlighting a commitment to a negotiated settlement.
The president delivered remarks in Istanbul, outlining his view that a diplomatic solution to the Ukraine crisis is possible and worth pursuing. He stressed that diplomatic channels remain open and that dialogue could lead to a constructive outcome.
Erdogan also pointed to the grain agreement signed on July 22, with the participation of the Russian Federation, Turkey, Ukraine, and the United Nations, as a potential mechanism to ease tensions and support a diplomatic path to resolution.
These remarks come amid ongoing international efforts to stabilize the region and establish a framework for peaceful coexistence among all parties involved. The Turkish leader continues to emphasize that constructive diplomacy, backed by credible guarantees, is essential for enduring peace and regional stability. [Citation: Turkish Presidency, TRT broadcast]