Türkiye Warns Black Sea Must Not Become New Front in Russia-Ukraine War

Türkiye issued a warning that the Black Sea must not be allowed to become a new front in the Russia-Ukraine war, reflecting growing concern over naval escalation following recent Ukrainian strikes on Russian maritime assets. Ankara, which controls the Bosphorus and Dardanelles under the Montreux Convention, reiterated its role as a key stakeholder in preventing Black Sea destabilization.