day 164 of war in Ukraine.

Turkey approaches Russia in the midst of the conflict with Ukraine. Russian presidents, Vladimir Putin, and Turkey, Recep Tayyip Erdogan, they have strengthened their trade alliance, while agreeing to permanently unblock Russian and Ukrainian grain exports, and supporting Syria’s territorial integrity.

The final declaration issued after several hours of negotiations on the shores of the Black Sea highlights that “relationships of trust” between the two countries they are key “for regional and international stability”.

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Without mentioning the military campaign in Ukraine, Russia and Turkey agreed to continue developing its relations “despite the current regional and global challenges”, always respecting the interests of the other party and its international obligations. “Today, the whole world turns their eyes to Sochi. What do they do for a living?” Erdogan said.