Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is once again urging an air and naval ceasefire in Ukraine following another night of heavy Russian bombardments targeting the country’s energy infrastructure.
His call for de-escalation has received backing from Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, who has offered to mediate negotiations between Ukraine and Russia.
Zelensky’s Appeal for a Ceasefire
As reported by Digi24, Zelensky emphasized that the first step toward genuine peace must involve forcing Russia to halt its air and naval attacks.
Writing on X, he called for a ban on the use of long-range missiles, drones, and aerial bombs, arguing that such measures would be critical in reducing civilian casualties and infrastructure damage.
During his recent visit to Brussels for the European Council summit, Zelensky urged European leaders to support his ceasefire initiative, warning that continued Russian aggression threatens stability across the region.
Turkey’s Role in Potential Negotiations
Erdogan announced his support for Zelensky’s proposal, stating that Turkey backs an immediate ceasefire in the air and at sea as a confidence-building measure between the warring parties.
The Turkish president reiterated his willingness to host direct negotiations between Ukraine and Russia, reviving Ankara’s previous attempts at mediation.
While Turkey has maintained diplomatic ties with both Kyiv and Moscow throughout the conflict, previous mediation efforts have failed to produce lasting results.
It remains unclear whether Russia would agree to Erdogan’s latest proposal, as it continues its military offensive in Ukraine.
With Zelensky pushing for international support and Erdogan offering a platform for dialogue, the prospect of a ceasefire remains uncertain—but diplomatic efforts are once again gaining momentum.
