“Peace in Ukraine is possible if the expectations of both sides of the conflict are taken into account,” – Erdogan said

The plan for resolving the conflict in Ukraine put forward by U.S. President Donald Trump is being discussed in the context of whether it can serve as a basis for a peaceful settlement.

This was stated by Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan.

“We have repeatedly discussed our views on Ukraine with President Trump. We believe that the path to a just peace lies through negotiations and joint efforts. At present, there is debate over whether the proposed peace plan will become a basis. Reaching agreement on this plan is possible. But how? This question must be resolved. If the plan meets the legitimate expectations and security requirements of the parties, without creating new instability, an agreement will be possible. If a framework is created that satisfies everyone, then the door to a long-term solution will open,” the Turkish leader told journalists from his press pool on his return from South Africa, where he took part in the G20 summit.

Erdoğan added that “Turkey is ready even now to act from the same constructive positions it held in Istanbul” during the Russian–Ukrainian negotiations.