JAKARTA - Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan said talks between the Russian and Ukrainian delegations in Istanbul were important for preparations for a possible meeting of President Vladimir Putin and President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
"This meeting will determine the upcoming meeting between the leaders of the country," he said in a speech at a meeting of the Moscow and Kiev delegates in Istanbul quoting Antara.
According to Fidan, the first meeting of the Russian and Ukrainian delegations after three years of delay was an opportunity that should be appreciated.
"I want to bring your attention to one thing. This is the first meeting between the two parties since March 2022."
"We have to consider this possibility. Every one day delay will cause more damage and disaster. As the war continues, a ceasefire is needed," he added.
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Fidan further said Ankara was truly confident that the talks of the Russian and Ukrainian delegations in Istanbul could result in peace if the parties took a constructive approach.
"We attach importance to the call for peace by Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, and Russia and Ukraine's direct willingness to negotiate has opened a window of opportunity... From the start, we have taken intensive steps to end this conflict."
"The [Erdogan] president is taking steps. We are pleased to welcome the Russian delegation to Istanbul. We are pleased to host both parties in Istanbul," said Foreign Minister Fidan.
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