Turkey proposes to hold a high-level summit with Ukraine, the USA, Russia, and Turkey to explore paths to peace

In an increasingly turbulent world marked by military conflicts and diplomatic challenges, Turkey is stepping forward as a significant mediator in the ongoing search for peaceful resolutions.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky recently engaged in a phone conversation with Turkish leader Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, during which they discussed current diplomatic efforts related to the war.
Zelensky emphasized that contacts with Erdoğan are always warm and constructive, expressing gratitude for Turkey’s steadfast support of Ukraine’s sovereignty and territorial integrity.
The role of Turkey as a mediator was also highlighted, especially regarding negotiations with Russia held in Istanbul.Both leaders agreed on the crucial importance of Ukraine’s participation in any peace negotiations, asserting that no sustainable solution can be achieved without Kyiv’s involvement.
Erdoğan stated that peace cannot be established without Ukraine and underscored Turkey’s readiness to host a summit involving Ukraine, the United States, Russia, and Turkey.
Rumors suggest that preliminary discussions have started between Ukraine and Russia via foreign ministries about a potential meeting between Zelensky and Putin.Erdoğan reaffirmed Turkey’s willingness to facilitate negotiations and cautioned against accepting a peace that is superficial or unilateral, as such a deal would only encourage further Russian aggression.
Turkey’s readiness to act as an intermediary in these complex negotiations is seen as a significant step toward a possible peace agreement.
The discussions also covered Ukraine’s planned high-level actions at the upcoming United Nations General Assembly.Meanwhile, preparations are underway for the upcoming US-Russia talks scheduled for August 15 in Alaska, an essential diplomatic step toward resolving the conflict in Ukraine.
Despite ongoing diplomatic efforts, tangible outcomes remain uncertain, but Turkey’s central role in these negotiations continues to be a pivotal element in the broader diplomatic landscape.