Speculation is rising over a possible Zelensky–Putin showdown in Turkey, after reports that President Recep Tayyip Erdogan reached out directly to the Kremlin while appearing to sideline Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky.

"The call addressed the latest developments concerning the peace process between Ukraine and Russia," Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan's office reported.

In the five months since Turkey detained President Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s top political rival, the authorities have arrested hundreds of others associated with the opposition in what Mr. Erdogan’s critics call an attempt to undermine his competitors.

Turkey reaffirms its commitment to facilitating peace in Ukraine. President Erdogan communicated with Russian President Putin, highlighting Turkey's efforts toward a fair resolution since the onset of the conflict.

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has confirmed his country's readiness to organize a summit of the leaders of Ukraine, the United States, russia and

Russian President Vladimir Putin "noted with satisfaction Turkey's assistance in hosting talks between Russian and Ukrainian representatives in Istanbul," the Kremlin reported.

As fresh tremors strike Balıkesir, Turkey faces renewed scrutiny over unmet reconstruction pledges made after the 2023 earthquake that left over 55,000 dead and hundreds of thousands still homeless

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