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[Cyprus Times] Diplomatic efforts on Ukraine must be accelerated, says Erdogan

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Diplomatic efforts to resolve the crisis between Russia and Ukraine must be accelerated, Turkish President Tayyip Erdoğan said, adding that Turkish Foreign Minister Cavusoglu will visit Ukraine tomorrow.

He said he will attend the NATO Leaders' Meeting in Brussels on March 24 where they will hold talks on the process between Russia and Ukraine. The Polish president said Turkey plays an important role in ensuring peace in the region.

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At a joint press conference after his meeting with Polish President Andrei Duda, the Turkish President said that "in our meeting, we discussed Russia and Ukraine in addition to our bilateral relations."

"On the 24th there will be a summit of NATO leaders. And here, we can find an opportunity to continue talks where we left off. What can be done as two NATO allies? We will reassess these things," he said.

Erdogan said that to end the war.They agreed to strengthen diplomatic talks

"As Turkey, we continue our efforts. Diplomatic efforts should be intensified. Our Foreign Minister is continuing his diplomatic movement in Moscow. Tomorrow he will go to Ukraine," he said.

According to him, "Poland is showing an exemplary attitude by opening its doors to almost 2 million refugees fleeing war," expressing his congratulations to the President of Poland. "Turkey better understands the challenges facing Poland. Their support for the delivery of our humanitarian aid to Ukraine is admirable," he said."



For his part, the Polish President said that the main topic of their meeting was Ukraine. "Turkey plays an important role in ensuring peace in the region. We must stop the Russian aggression as soon as possible. We must stop Russia from killing civilians," he noted, and thanked Erdogan "for your contribution to this issue."

Duda said that about 2 million refugees have entered Poland and that according to their estimates, 100,000 people cross the border every day.

Addressing Erdogan, he expressed his pleasure "to be able to share my experience with you. Because Turkey is a country that has experienced the refugee crisis first hand. Syrian citizens fled to Turkey. Right now, Turkey is trying to deal with the refugee crisis." "It was very important for me to listen to your experiences," he said."

Source: CNA


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