Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has thanked President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan for his message marking Ukraine’s Independence Day, praising Türkiye’s support for the country’s sovereignty and territorial integrity.
In a social media post, Zelensky said Türkiye’s firm commitment to Ukraine’s sovereignty and territorial integrity formed the foundation of strong bilateral ties.
He also expressed appreciation for Erdoğan’s personal contribution to efforts to bring Ukrainians back from Russian captivity and for Türkiye’s mediation aimed at advancing peace.
Ukraine marked the 35th anniversary of its independence on Aug. 24. Zelensky posted a series of messages thanking foreign leaders who sent greetings for the occasion.