“Putin and Erdogan to Address Ukraine Crisis in Pivotal Ankara Talks”
Russian and Turkish presidents, Vladimir Putin and Recep Tayyip Erdogan, to discuss Ukraine situation in Ankara meetings. Talks to include OSCE update. Meeting duration expected at least 2 hours.
“Diyarbakir Unites in Protest Against Repression: Turkish and Local Organizations Rally for Justice”
Protest in Diyarbakir against repression & expulsion of Mehmed Sidik, governor of Akkari province, & dismissal of Ali Çelik, mayor. Turkish sources report blocked traffic, injured journalists & detained reporters.
US and Turkey Commit to Peaceful Settlement of Nagorno-Karabakh Conflict
US Secretary of State Blinken and Turkish Foreign Minister Fidan collaborate for peaceful resolution of Nagorno-Karabakh conflict. They discuss regional security, counterterrorism, humanitarian aid, energy security, and climate change. Joint work with the UN continues to support international corridors’ security. Strong commitment to US-Turkey relations based on mutual respect and common interests.
“Turkish and Azerbaijani Forces Unite in Military Exercise, Enhancing Peacekeeping Skills”
Turkish and Azerbaijani peacekeepers hold joint military exercises to train hybrid forces in Azerbaijan. According to Turkish correspondent, Zeke Akturk, drills are taking place from Dec 26-28.