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Turkish peacekeepers may be sent to Ukraine if necessary – Defense Ministry

Turkey is ready to send peacekeepers to Ukraine

The Turkish Ministry of Defense has assessed the possibility of sending military personnel to Ukraine as part of a peacekeeping force.

This is reported by Milliyet, Censor.NET reports.

"The issue of participation in the mission, which has been raised in various media but has not yet been included in the conceptual framework, will be assessed jointly with all relevant parties if it is deemed necessary to establish regional stability and peace," said ministry spokesman Zeki Aktürk.

He noted that a just and lasting peace can be achieved through equal and fair representation of both sides.

"In this process, our country will continue to support all constructive initiatives aimed at establishing peace in the region, preserving the Black Sea as a sea of peace and rebuilding Ukraine. In addition, we are following the multidimensional diplomatic initiatives aimed at ending the war in close coordination with the relevant institutions of our country," he added.