FM Hakan Fidan speaks with Russian counterpart Sergey Lavrov
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan (R) shakes hands with Russia's Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov (L) after a joint press conference in Ankara on February 24, 2025 (AFP Photo)
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan and Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov held a phone call on March 1 to discuss recent developments regarding the Russia-Ukraine war, according to diplomatic sources.
Discussion on Russia-Ukraine war
During the conversation, the two ministers exchanged views on the latest situation in the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine.
While specific details of the discussion were not disclosed, the call is seen as part of Türkiye’s ongoing diplomatic engagement in regional security matters.
Türkiye has consistently emphasized the need for diplomatic solutions and ceasefire negotiations to ease tensions in the region.
Ankara has positioned itself as a key mediator since the outbreak of the conflict, facilitating grain deal negotiations and hosting talks between warring parties.
