Turkish President Says Country Supports Ukraine Military Needs While Keeping Russia Channels Open

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said Turkiye supports Ukraine's urgent needs, including military aid, while maintaining cooperation channels with Russia to achieve peace. The statement covers both military assistance to Ukraine and continued diplomatic engagement with Russia.

has previously hosted talks between the two sides and facilitated grain export agreements. The dual approach reflects efforts to balance security commitments with mediation roles.