Zelensky to visit Turkey on Saturday

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky will travel to Turkey on Saturday for a visit, during which he will meet Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan. The talks are meant to address the war launched by Russia against Ukraine and the security situation in the Black Sea, a body of water bordering both Ukraine and Turkey. The visit was announced by the Turkish presidential office.

What is known about the visit

According to the Turkish presidential office, the two leaders will focus on two issues: the war that Russia started against Ukraine, and the state of security in the Black Sea.

The announcement does not mention further details, such as the visit's programme, the venue of the meeting or any possible decisions.