Turkey stated that it was ready to take a meeting in Minsk format

Ankara stands for continued negotiations between Russia and NATO. This was stated by the Turkish Foreign Minister Mevlyut Chavushoglu.

“We advocate the continuation of the dialogue between Russia and NATO. NATO, in particular, requested the return of the permanent representative of Russia. The steps to reduce tensions come to the fore. We manage the crisis,” the TASS Cavushoglu quotes.

The Turkish Minister also noted that Ankara is ready to host a meeting in Minsk format and to maintain the Minsk process in every way.