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Erdogan tells Putin that Turkey is working for fair, lasting peace in Ukraine

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Posted on September 1, 2025

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ANKARA (Reuters) -Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan told his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin on Monday that Ankara was working to find a fair and lasting end to the war in Ukraine and that talks

Erdogan Informs Putin of Turkey's Commitment to Peace in Ukraine

Turkey's Diplomatic Efforts for Peace

ANKARA (Reuters) -Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan told his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin on Monday that Ankara was working to find a fair and lasting end to the war in Ukraine and that talks between the parties in Istanbul were contributing to peace efforts, Turkey's presidency said.

Discussion on Bilateral Relations

In a meeting on the sidelines of a summit of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) in China, Erdogan and Putin also discussed bilateral ties, peace efforts between Azerbaijan and Armenia, Israel's attacks on Gaza, and developments in Syria, the presidency said in a statement.

Regional Peace Initiatives

(Reporting by Tuvan GumrukcuEditing by Ezgi Erkoyun)

Key Takeaways

  • Erdogan emphasizes Turkey's commitment to peace in Ukraine.
  • Talks in Istanbul are aiding peace efforts.
  • Erdogan and Putin discuss bilateral relations.
  • Regional issues like Azerbaijan-Armenia and Gaza are addressed.
  • Turkey's diplomatic role in regional peace initiatives.

Frequently Asked Questions

What did Erdogan tell Putin regarding the Ukraine war?
Erdogan informed Putin that Turkey is working towards a fair and lasting resolution to the war in Ukraine.
Where did the meeting between Erdogan and Putin take place?
The meeting occurred on the sidelines of a summit of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) in China.
What other topics were discussed during the meeting?
In addition to the Ukraine war, Erdogan and Putin discussed bilateral ties and peace efforts between Azerbaijan and Armenia.

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