Turkey supports the territorial integrity and sovereignty of Ukraine, does not recognize the illegal annexation of Crimea, and advocates a peaceful solution in Donbas in accordance with international law. The Turkish Foreign Ministry made an announcement on the 30th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations with Ukraine.
“Joint efforts to protect the rights and interests of our Crimean Tatar kinsmen, who constitute a bridge of friendship and cooperation between Ukraine and our country, further strengthen Turkey-Ukraine relations.
Mutual steps to be taken on various occasions in the coming period and during the 10th Meeting of the High-Level Strategic Council, which is being held today in Kiev with the participation of our Honorable President, will contribute to broadening and deepening the scope of our bilateral cooperation”, the message reads.
