Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan is set to visit Ukraine on 15-16 July for talks focused on strengthening bilateral relations, advancing diplomatic efforts to end the Russia-Ukraine war and expanding cooperation in trade, defense and reconstruction.
According to ministry sources, during the two-day visit, Fidan is expected to be received by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and hold meetings with Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha, National Security and Defense Council Secretary Rustem Umerov, Presidential Office chief Kyrylo Budanov, Crimean Tatar leader Mustafa Abdulcemile Qırımoğlu and Crimean Tatar Mejlis Chairman Refat Chubarov.
The visit comes as Ankara continues to position itself as a key diplomatic actor capable of facilitating dialogue between Kyiv and Moscow while maintaining ties with both countries.
Fidan is expected to reaffirm Türkiye's support for Ukraine's independence, sovereignty and territorial integrity, while emphasizing the importance of sustaining diplomatic efforts toward a just and lasting peace. He is also expected to reiterate that Türkiye remains ready to help bring Russia and Ukraine back to the negotiating table.
Discussions are also expected to focus on regional security, particularly the Black Sea, where Ankara has repeatedly warned against further escalation. Fidan is expected to stress that attacks targeting ports, commercial vessels and fishing boats are unacceptable and underline Türkiye's commitment to preserving the Black Sea as a region of peace, stability and cooperation.
