
Türkiye is working with Russia and Ukraine to ensure the security of shipping and energy infrastructure in the Black Sea, President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said.
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Türkiye has repeatedly stated the importance of security in the Black Sea and the need to protect trade routes amid the conflict.
Türkiye is interacting with Russia and Ukraine on the issue of safety of navigation in the Black Sea. This was stated by the country's President Recep Tayyip Erdogan in an interview with Newsweek.
“We attach special importance to security in the Black Sea. We continue to interact with the parties to ensure that the fighting does not affect civilian shipping, trade routes and energy infrastructure,” the Turkish leader said.

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