ANKARA, November 5. /TASS/. Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said that he would like to hold talks with his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin on settling the conflict in Ukraine following a meeting with Vladimir Zelensky.

"During Zelensky’s visit to Turkey on Saturday [on October 31], we had the opportunity to discuss these issues in detail. We explained to Zelensky how important it is to take diplomatic steps to end the war between Russia and Ukraine through negotiations. Turkey is doing and will continue to do everything possible to pave the way for peace," Erdogan told reporters upon his return from Seoul.

"After meeting with Zelensky, we now wish to discuss the Russian perspective on the matter with Mr. Putin. In the meantime, our relevant officials, first and foremost the foreign minister, will be in contact with their counterparts and, I hope, will prepare the Russian side for these talks," the Turkish president added.