NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte discussed the peace process between Ukraine and Russia with Erdogan, underlining Turkey's crucial role.

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte held talks with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, focusing on peace talks between Ukraine and Russia and the security of the Black Sea. Turkey, which maintains contacts with both sides, plays a key role in the process and controls strategic straits, influencing naval access to the area. In the context of the European talks on security guarantees for Ukraine, Erdogan and Rutte underlined the importance of Turkey's involvement.