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We want to host Putin-Zelensky meeting, says Cavusoglu

31 March 2022 11:54 (UTC +04:00)

Even there is a convergence between the Russian and Ukrainian sides, there are some topics that must be considered and decided at the level of the state leaders, said Turkish foreign minister Mevlut Cavusoglu, APA reports.

He said that one of them is the Crimean issue: "Ukraine will even hold a referendum. We do not know whether a referendum will be held in Russia. It is important that the agreement between Ukraine and Russia is also acceptable to the peoples. "

The Minister noted that Turkiye intends to host meeting of the Russian and Ukrainian leaders.

Cavuglu said that a ceasefire must be reached between Ukraine and Russia: "Especially if you can not solve the difficult issues today, you can solve this during the ceasefire. That is why, we have said to the Western countries that if there is a ceasefire, the issue of withdrawal of the Russian soldiers and easing the sanctions must be on the table. We give recommendations to our European allies for being ready on these topics. Leaders of the two countries must decide on Crimea and Donbas issues.