Turkey leads pack of countries vying to mediate between Ukraine and Russia
by Patrick Wintour Diplomatic editor from World news | The Guardian on (#5XPDA)
Analysis: the Nato member that arms Ukraine and will not impose sanctions on Russia seems respected enough by both sides to host talks
Among the pack of countries vying to act as mediators in the Russia-Ukraine war, Turkey has emerged as the winner, increasing the stature of Turkish diplomacy - even if at this stage the theatrics may be well ahead of any solid outcome.
Emmanuel Macron continues his dogged round of phone calls with Vladimir Putin, but it is the Turkish foreign ministry that seems able to bring the Ukrainians and Russians together.
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