Ukraine FM: Ukraine asked Türkiye to host Zelenskyy-Putin talks — but “Putin is hiding”
Foreign Minister Sybiha said Ukraine has conveyed the proposal to Turkish partners, with Erdoğan and Trump possibly at the table.
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Countries that ignored Ukraine before are now competing for meetings — Ukrainian FM after Antalya forum
The diplomatic market for Ukraine has changed.
Russia’s Pantsir was guarding S-400 SAM system from drones in Crimea — Ukrainian drones destroyed them both in one night
Ukrainian SOF's Middle Strike unit knocked out the S-400's launcher, its 92N6E radar station, and auxiliary components using drones. The unit's rones also destroyed the Pantsir-S1 that covered the site from drone attack.
Erdoğan asks Putin to take back Russian S-400 SAM systems in move to win Trump’s favor
Ankara hopes returning the anti-air system will reset ties with Washington and lift US sanctions on its defense sector, per Bloomberg.
Reuters: Turkey’s billion‑dollar gas shift could collapse Russia’s last major foothold in Europe
Ankara’s plan to meet more than half its gas demand with domestic fields and US LNG may end Moscow’s energy dominance.
Zelenskyy, Putin “not yet ready” for meeting – Erdoğan
Past talks have stalled, but Erdoğan says diplomacy is still possible.
Zelenskyy: Ukraine security guarantee framework ready next week
Türkiye offers involvement in Black Sea security following deadliest Russian attack in weeks targeting diplomatic facilities from multiple countries.
ISW: Russian officials lay groundwork for Putin to chicken out of Istanbul talks he himself demanded
Kremlin officials have remained silent, while lower-ranking figures dismiss the proposed meeting. Putin initially proposed renewed Istanbul talks on 11 May.
Türkiye straits closure contributed to thwarting Russian naval assault on Ukraine’s ports, diplomat says
"Turkey's decision to close the straits prevented Russia from leveraging its maritime superiority to seize Odesa, Mykolaiv ... through operations from the sea," Ambassador Bodnar stated.
Tagesschau: German CNC machines bypass sanctions to reach Russian military suppliers via Türkiye
These machines, capable of producing vehicle parts and ammunition, are being used in Russian military-related industries.
Türkiye ratifies free trade agreement with Ukraine
Türkiye has ratified the Free Trade Agreement with Ukraine, according to Hurriyet Daily News. The deal signed between…
Ukrainian Corvette “Hetman Ivan Vyhovskyi” launched in Türkiye
In Istanbul, the RMK Marine shipyard hosted the launch of Ukraine's second Ada-class corvette, "Hetman Ivan Vyhovskyi" (F-212), attended by prominent Ukrainian officials.
UK announces 50 new sanctions to further “degrade Putin’s war machine”
In coordinated action with G7 partners, the UK announced 50 new sanctions designations and specifications targeting the Russian "shadow fleet," financial institutions, and military suppliers to weaken Russia's ability to fund his war in Ukraine.
Türkiye, Romania, and Bulgaria sign agreement for joint Black Sea mine clearance
In response to maritime safety concerns in the Black Sea amid Russia's war against Ukraine, three NATO allies have established a Mine Countermeasures Task Group to tackle the drifting sea mines.
Zelenskyy, Erdogan discuss returning Ukrainian POWs, Black Sea security in phone call
"Türkiye's mediation is crucial for the release of Crimean Tatars and all others – adults and children, military and civilians, held in Russian captivity," Zelenskyy said.
Ukraine invites Türkiye to join maritime coalition
"We are grateful to Türkiye for supporting Ukraine from the first day of the full-scale invasion in ensuring the Black Sea's security. We invite Türkiye to join the Maritime Coalition," Umerov stated.
Bloomberg: NATO allies to jointly demine Black Sea route
Türkiye, Romania, and Bulgaria are considering creating a joint force to clear any mines drifting into their waters from Russia's war in Ukraine
Türkiye’s drone company Baykar invests $100 million in defense projects in Ukraine
Türkiye's drone company Baykar, which delivered 50 Bayraktar TB2 drones to Ukraine in 2022 and received vast support…
Reuters: Russia exports coal from occupied Ukrainian territory to Türkiye
Reportedly, from February to July 2023, Russia exported approximately 160,400 tons of coal from the temporarily occupied Donetsk and Luhansk oblasts of Ukraine to Turkey.
Media: Erdoğan to meet with Putin in Russia, not in Türkiye
Türkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan will likely meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Russia, although the meeting…