Zelenskyy, Erdogan to Discuss Situation in Ukraine, Grain Deal – Reports

Addis Ababa, July 6, 2023 (FBC) – Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy will discuss the situation in his country and the future of the grain deal with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan during his visit to Turkey, the TRT Haber reported on Thursday, citing sources.

As part of the visit, Erdogan and Zelenskyy will hold face-to-face talks and meet as part of delegations, the broadcaster added.

Earlier in the day, the Haberturk TV channel reported citing sources that Zelenskyy will travel to Turkey on July 7 at Erdogan’s invitation. The presidents will meet in Istanbul, Sputnik reported.

The grain deal, also known as the Black Sea Grain Initiative, is set to expire on July 17.