Moscow, May 27, 2025 – The Europe Today: Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan was received by Russian President Vladimir Putin in the Russian capital on Monday, according to Turkish diplomatic sources. The high-level meeting, which began at 7:30 p.m. local time (1630 GMT), lasted approximately one hour.
The discussions focused primarily on recent diplomatic efforts to bring an end to the ongoing war between Russia and Ukraine. The two leaders reviewed outcomes from the most recent round of peace talks held in Istanbul on May 16, and exchanged views on possible pathways to de-escalation and negotiated settlement.
In addition to regional security matters, the meeting also addressed key areas of bilateral cooperation between Türkiye and Russia, particularly in the domains of economy and energy. Both sides underscored the importance of maintaining open channels of communication to advance mutual interests and contribute to regional stability.
The meeting highlights Ankara’s continued role as a mediator in international conflicts and reaffirms the strategic dialogue between Türkiye and Russia on a broad spectrum of issues.
