Turkey Issues Stern Warning to Russia Amid Ukraine Conflict

Turkey Warns Russia: Inflexibility Risks US Relations. Ankara, Kyiv, and Moscow are at the heart of ongoing diplomatic efforts to resolve the conflict in Ukraine. This week, Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan issued a stark warning to Russia. During a recent visit to Kyiv, following talks in Moscow, Fidan stated that Russia's unwillingness to compromise could severely harm its relationship with the United States. "Moscow risks finding itself in an unfavorable position in the eyes of the USA," Fidan emphasized, underscoring the need for greater flexibility from Russia in negotiations. Fidan's statement reflects the delicate balancing act Turkey is undertaking, mediating between Ukraine and Russia while maintaining its own foreign policy objectives. The ongoing negotiations in Istanbul are critical to finding a peaceful resolution to the conflict, and Fidan's warning underscores the high stakes involved. The international community watches closely as these diplomatic efforts continue.