Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni thanked Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan for Türkiye's diplomatic efforts to end the Russia-Ukraine conflict.
The leaders spoke by phone on Tuesday evening, discussing the conflict's current state and peace prospects, according to the Italian Prime Minister's Office.
Meloni expressed appreciation for Türkiye's role in promoting dialogue and reiterated support for a just and lasting peace in Ukraine.
The statement noted Türkiye's readiness to host peace talks between Ukraine and Russia in Istanbul.
Meloni hopes Russia will respond positively to talks and accept a 30-day ceasefire.
Russian President Vladimir Putin proposed direct talks with Ukraine, supported by Türkiye and the US.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy confirmed his attendance at negotiations in Türkiye.
Donald Trump said he may travel to Istanbul if beneficial; his envoys are expected to attend regardless.
Keith Kellogg and Steve Witkoff, Trump's special envoys, are expected to attend the talks.