NATO allies, Turkey and Germany have appealed for a ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine to open humanitarian corridors for civilian evacuations.
German Chancellor, Olaf Scholz met in the Turkish capital Ankara with President Recep Erdogan, who hoped to facilitate a solution via direct talks with Moscow.
The meeting was the first between the leaders since Scholz replaced Angela Merkel, with whom Erdogan forged a special relationship.
Erdogan said Turkey and Germany shared “common views and concerns” over Russia’s attack on its pro-Western neighbour.
