“At first, ports and warships were attacked. Now all commercial vessels are being attacked indiscriminately. We need to create a mechanism that would allow us to declare a moratorium.”

Kyiv Independent · Aug 7 · Turkey urges Russia, Ukraine to halt Black Sea vessel attacks

“The Ukrainians already had a corresponding proposal. We passed it on to our Russian colleagues and are waiting for a response.”

Kyiv Independent · Aug 7 · Turkey urges Russia, Ukraine to halt Black Sea vessel attacks

“The conflict has spread across the whole Black Sea.”

Kyiv Independent · Aug 7 · Turkey urges Russia, Ukraine to halt Black Sea vessel attacks