Erdogan: Bleak Outlook for Peace between Russia and Ukraine

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan stated after a meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin that there is currently no promising prospect of peace between Russia and Ukraine. Erdogan emphasized Turkey's commitment to peace, dialogue, and diplomacy and expressed readiness to act as a mediator. He also discussed the UN's proposals for resuming the grain corridor and stated that Turkey is prepared to contribute to achieving a just and durable peace based on international law. The revival of the grain agreement between Russia and Turkey is contingent on the lifting of international sanctions on Russian agricultural exports and a softening of Ukraine's stance.