Erdoğan states Türkiye's readiness to back Ukraine peace initiatives

Speaking at the International Forum for Peace and Trust in Ashgabat, President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan stated Türkiye's readiness to assist in finding a peaceful settlement to the situation in Ukraine.

According to the Turkish leader, Ankara sincerely hopes for a resolution to the conflict.

"We are ready to provide concrete support for diplomatic initiatives aimed at a ceasefire and peace, primarily within the framework of the Istanbul process",

Recep Tayyip Erdoğan said.

The announcement follows a yesterday's statement from Russian presidential press secretary Dmitry Peskov confirming a scheduled meeting between President Vladimir Putin and President Erdoğan in the Turkmen capital. President Putin arrived in Ashgabat earlier today.