# Expert: Turkey stepping up mediation efforts in Ukraine settlement

https://mins.news/en/item/14274

- TASS, 2026-08-05 15:02 UTC
- World
- Original: https://tass.com/world/2169355

> Expert Canan Tercan says Turkey is increasing its mediation efforts over a settlement in Ukraine. She recalled that Ankara has consistently kept communication channels open with Russia, Ukraine and NATO. The approach places Turkey in contact with all three sides as discussions over the Ukraine settlement continue. The statement highlights Ankara’s role as a mediator rather than announcing a specific agreement.