Russia Open to Security Talks for Ukraine with Turkiye's Mediation, Emphasizing Eurasian Context

Jan 14, 2025, 10:48 AM

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov has stated that Russia is prepared to discuss security guarantees for Ukraine, with Turkiye offering to mediate in potential future negotiations. Lavrov specified that these discussions would need to consider broader security issues for a settlement. He referred to the country 'currently referred to as Ukraine,' indicating that the 'Eurasian context' would be a dominant factor in any agreements. This statement comes amidst ongoing tensions and the complex geopolitical situation involving Ukraine.