Key statements by Volodymyr Zelenskyy during his visit to Turkey
Key statements by President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy following his meeting with President of Turkey Recep Tayyip Erdoğan.
▫️ Relations between Ukraine and Turkey are at an all-time high. Ukraine appreciates Turkey’s support during the war, particularly in the issue of the release of prisoners. Turkey has always been principled in supporting Ukraine’s sovereignty and territorial integrity.
▫️ It is essential for Ukraine and Europe that any negotiations do not take place behind the backs of key actors affected by the consequences of Russian aggression. Ukraine, the EU, Turkey, and the UK should all be involved in the discussions and development of security guarantees.
▫️ Turkey is part of Europe and one of the actors that can provide Ukraine with security guarantees.
▫️ Ukraine wants the war to end more than anyone. But it has to be fair.
▫️ Ukraine will not legally recognize the Russian occupation of Ukrainian territories.
▫️ Ukraine considers the deployment of a foreign military contingent as one of the options for security guarantees from its partners. This issue was also discussed at the meeting with President Erdogan.
