
Türkiye supports the continuation of negotiations between Russia and Ukraine to resolve the conflict, considering Istanbul a convenient platform for contacts between the parties, RIA Novosti reports this, citing a source in the Turkish government.
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The conflict between Russia and Ukraine continues; previously negotiations were held in Istanbul with the mediation of Turkey.
Türkiye supports the continuation of negotiations between Russia and Ukraine to resolve the conflict. RIA Novosti writes about this, citing a source in the Turkish government.
The agency's interlocutor expressed confidence that the conflict in Ukraine can only be resolved through negotiations. “Istanbul has already established itself as a convenient platform for contacts between the parties, therefore Ankara considers it possible and appropriate to continue the negotiation process here,” the Turkish government said.
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Negotiations between Russia and Ukraine will resume in Istanbul in the coming weeks
Possible · Within weeks

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