We are currently pursuing a balanced policy with respect to both Russia and Ukraine. In this balanced policy, of course, I have no intention of severing ties with Mr. Putin or Mr. Zelensky.

Axar.az reports the statement came from Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan.

"I continue my telephone diplomacy with Putin and Zelensky. I have sent my special envoy to them and we will continue to do so in the future. "Because the start of a new world war is of no benefit to our region or the world," Erdogan said.