Türkiye is aware of the complexity of negotiations between Russia and Ukraine on security in the Black Sea

ANKARA, October 5 – RIA Novosti. Türkiye is aware of the complexity of possible negotiations between Russia and Ukraine to ensure security in the Black Sea, but expects a constructive approach from the parties, a source in the Turkish Cabinet told RIA Novosti.

Earlier, Bloomberg, citing sources, reported that Türkiye and the UN are preparing negotiations with Russia and Ukraine on the issue of a ceasefire in the Black Sea. At the same time, the press secretary of the Russian President Dmitry Peskov said that Russia does not yet have any specifics about the initiative of Turkey and the UN.

“We are aware of the complexity of possible negotiations between Russia and Ukraine on security in the Black Sea, but we count on the constructiveness of the parties,” the source said.

According to him, Ankara continues to explore opportunities to promote dialogue on ensuring the safety of navigation and transportation in the Black Sea.

The Black Sea Grain Initiative, which was signed by representatives of Russia, Turkey, Ukraine and the UN on July 22, 2022, envisaged the export of Ukrainian grain and food, as well as fertilizers across the Black Sea from three ports, including Odessa. The grain deal ended on July 18, 2023.

Russian President Vladimir Putin noted that the terms of the deal in relation to the Russian Federation were not fulfilled, despite the efforts of the United Nations, because Western countries did not fulfill their obligations.