Fidan Meets Ukraine’s Security Chief in Ankara

(MENAFN) Türkiye’s Foreign Minister, Hakan Fidan, held a high-level meeting on Tuesday with Rustem Umerov, who serves as the secretary of Ukraine’s National Security and Defense Council. The discussions took place in the capital city of Ankara, signaling continued diplomatic engagement between the two countries amid the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.

While the Turkish Foreign Ministry confirmed the meeting, no additional information regarding the topics discussed or potential agreements has been made public. The visit is part of ongoing efforts by Türkiye to maintain communication channels with Ukrainian officials and monitor developments in the security situation.

The meeting comes as Türkiye continues to play a role in regional diplomacy, balancing its position as a NATO member with its longstanding ties to both Ukraine and Russia. Engagements such as this reflect Ankara’s efforts to facilitate dialogue and explore avenues for cooperation on security, defense, and humanitarian issues in the region.

Officials noted that meetings of this nature are critical for exchanging intelligence, coordinating responses to security threats, and reinforcing bilateral relations, particularly at a time when geopolitical tensions in Eastern Europe remain high. The talks may also address broader issues such as military coordination, crisis management, and strategies to ensure regional stability.

No statements were released from either side regarding concrete outcomes, but analysts suggest that such interactions underscore Türkiye’s role as a diplomatic intermediary and its commitment to maintaining open channels with Kyiv amid the ongoing conflict.

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