Presidency's Head of Communications, Burhanettin Duran, shared a post on his NSosyal account regarding the meeting between President Erdoğan and President Volodymyr Zelenskyy of Ukraine.
In his post, Head of Communications Duran said:
"During the meeting between President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan and President Volodymyr Zelenskyy of Ukraine, who is paying a working visit to Türkiye, critical issues closely followed by the international community were discussed.
The discussions addressed bilateral relations with our strategic partner, Ukraine, as well as the latest developments in the Russia-Ukraine war. Efforts to secure a ceasefire and establish lasting peace, particularly within the framework of the Istanbul Process, were comprehensively reviewed. This dialogue is a clear indication of Türkiye's genuine commitment to resolving the conflicts.
With its geopolitical position and multifaceted diplomatic capacity, Türkiye is one of the key actors of global peace today. Türkiye is among the few countries that can engage with all parties simultaneously, build trust, and lay the groundwork for resolution through its fair and balanced approach.
President Erdoğan possesses the ability to shape diplomatic processes not only regionally but also globally through his strong leadership. This leadership, driven by both a humanitarian approach and firm resolve, places Türkiye at the heart of peace diplomacy.
All these efforts once again demonstrate our country's vision, which prioritises enhancing stability and security rather than escalating conflicts.
Under the leadership of President Erdoğan, Türkiye will continue to play a critical role for the international community, serving as a voice of peace and a leading advocate for resolution.
From President Erdoğan's statements at the joint press conference:
"We have reaffirmed our commitment to the territorial integrity, sovereignty, and independence of our strategic partner Ukraine.
In this regard, I would also like to note that our support for the Crimean Tatars, who share a unique historical and cultural bond with us, will continue.
We always stand ready to discuss with Russia any proposals to advance efforts toward a ceasefire and pave the way for a fair and lasting peace."