# Zelensky meets Erdogan in Istanbul

- Place: Istanbul, Turkey (41.0082, 28.9784)
- Published: 2026-10-31T17:47:29.278Z · expires 2026-11-07T17:47:29.278Z
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Ukrainian President Zelensky arrived in Istanbul on October 31 for 'important talks' with Turkish President Erdogan, per Kyiv Independent.

The discussions focused on the Black Sea security situation and Ukraine's peace negotiations, Turkey's Foreign Ministry confirmed.

Flight THY2DS is climbing out of Istanbul at 3,825 ft, heading southeast, as the city prepares for Zelensky's visit.

Istanbul braces for weeklong showers following heavy rain forecasts, per Turkiye Today.

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