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TexasTowelie

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Tue Jun 3, 2025, 09:27 AM Jun 3

Peace Talks in Istanbul: Is Turkey a Neutral Mediator? - Eastern Express - TVP WORLD



Istanbul is yet again the site of peace negotiations between the Ukrainian and Russian delegations. The location was approved both by Kyiv and Moscow. As a NATO member, Turkey is attempting to balance its position within the alliance, maintaining a neutral approach to both parties of the ongoing war. What is it about Turkey that makes it an acceptable peace broker for both parties? What is Turkey’s endgame? Tune in to Eastern Express to find out.
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Peace Talks in Istanbul: Is Turkey a Neutral Mediator? - Eastern Express - TVP WORLD (Original Post) TexasTowelie Jun 3 OP
Erdogan is friendly with Putin................... Lovie777 Jun 3 #1

Lovie777

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1. Erdogan is friendly with Putin...................
Tue Jun 3, 2025, 09:35 AM
Jun 3

and he has high respect for Zelenskyy and on surface sides with Ukraine. Ukraine in my opinion is in a fairly good position.

Right now, it is imperative that Ukraine become a member of NATO, although at least two NATO countries may oppose, one is Hungary.

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