Turkish, Russian presidents discuss grain corridor, developments in northern Syria

ANKARA

Türkiye’s president and his Russian counterpart discussed the establishment of safe corridors for grain exports in the Black Sea and the latest developments in northern Syria, the Turkish Communications Directorate said on Monday.

During their phone call, Recep Tayyip Erdogan emphasized the importance of extending the cross-border aid mechanism in Syria, the directorate said in a statement.

He also told Vladimir Putin that it is time to take action regarding the UN’s plan to establish safe corridors in the Black Sea for grain exports.

Furthermore, Erdogan reiterated that the ongoing war between Russia and Ukraine should be ended with a lasting and just peace through negotiations.

Türkiye is ready to contribute to the negotiation process, the president added.