RE: BBC, a few minutes ago (see Ukraine live news coverage27 Feb 2022 20:13
Turkey’s diplomatic support is crucial for NATO in this crisis
Turkey has reacted strongly throughout the Ukraine crisis. Once fighting started, President Recep Tayyip Erdogan stated, “We find military action unacceptable and reject it. This step, which we see as contrary to international law, is a heavy blow to the peace, tranquility, and stability of the region.” All parties in the Turkish Parliament agreed formally that Russia’s military operation against Ukraine is wrong, and that Ukraine’s territorial integrity should be ensured, and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs official statement begins: “We consider the military operation launched by the Armed Forces of the Russian Federation against Ukraine unacceptable and reject it