--- title: "Zelenskyy and Erdogan Agree to Prepare Trilateral Negotiations in November and Discuss Expansion of Diplomatic Platform" description: "Following talks in Turkey, Zelenskyy and Erdogan confirmed preparations for trilateral contacts Ukraine—USA—Russia for the first half of November and discussed involving Ankara and Europe in negotiations, as well as the continuation of the grain corridor." date: 2026-10-31T18:17:51.643Z lang: en url: https://xab.info/en/posts/zelenskyy-erdogan-trilateral-negotiations-november-turkey tags: [ukraine, turkey, diplomacy, black-sea, zelensky, erdogan, grain-corridor, peace-talks] author: "Alexander Buran, Andrey Kosynko" publisher: "XAB.info" --- # Zelenskyy and Erdogan Agree to Prepare Trilateral Negotiations in November and Discuss Expansion of Diplomatic Platform ![Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy during official talks with the Turkish leader](https://xab.info/media/2026/10/31/zelenskiy-erdogan-trehstoronnie-peregovory-noyabrya-turtsiya/zelenskiy-erdogan-trehstoronnie-peregovory-noyabrya-turtsiya-1.webp) ## Key Points - Kiev is preparing a trilateral format Ukraine—USA—Russia for the first half of November 2026 - Zelenskyy and Erdogan discussed involving Turkey and European partners in negotiations and holding meetings on Turkish territory - The parties agreed to continue joint work on the Black Sea Grain Corridor - Zelenskyy stated the need to send a clear signal to Moscow: there is no alternative to peace Following his visit to Turkey and talks with the country's leader Recep Tayyip Erdogan, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced Kiev's preparation for diplomatic contacts in a trilateral format involving Ukraine, the USA, and Russia, scheduled for the first half of November 2026. This was reported by RBC-Ukraine, citing a joint press conference of the heads of state. The meeting took place on Turkish territory and served as an occasion to discuss not only bilateral issues but also the architecture of the future negotiation process with the participation of international partners. ### Trilateral Format and November Timeline According to Zelenskyy, the parties "detailed further diplomatic steps and the involvement of international partners in the negotiation process." The Ukrainian president explicitly pointed to the timeframe: "We are currently preparing for a trilateral format Ukraine — USA — Russia in the first half of November." Thus, Kiev confirms that preparations for contacts are already underway, and November 2026 is becoming a key window for the potential launch of direct or indirect negotiations with the participation of Washington. ### Turkey and Europe as Potential Participants Zelenskyy placed special emphasis on the possibility of expanding the geography and composition of the negotiation platform. "We discussed with Erdogan the prospects of such a format and other opportunities, in particular, the possibilities of involving Turkey, Europe, all partners. The possibilities of meeting here, in Turkey," the Ukrainian leader stated. This means that Ankara is viewed not only as the host nation for future rounds but also as a potential full participant in the diplomatic track. European partners were also mentioned among those Kiev intends to involve in the process. ### Black Sea Security and Grain Corridor A significant part of the meeting was devoted to the situation in the Black Sea region. Zelenskyy emphasized that Russia has been "systemically worsening" security in the waters "since 2014" and noted Ankara's consistent support for Ukraine's sovereignty and steps to protect safe navigation. According to TSN, the leaders also agreed on further joint work to restore and ensure the stable operation of the Black Sea Grain Corridor: "Today, President Erdogan and I agreed to work on the Black Sea Grain Corridor. Our goal is to make sure that this corridor continues to exist and operates effectively," Zelenskyy stated. The parties discussed specific ideas and proposals that can help resolve these tasks. ### Signals to Moscow and Conditions for Peace Concluding his speech, Zelenskyy formulated Kiev's position regarding Russia: achieving peace requires "strong decisions," and a "clear signal at all levels" must be sent to Moscow that there is no alternative to peace, and international partners' support for Ukraine will continue. Earlier, as RBC-Ukraine recalls, Zelenskyy had already transmitted signals to Vladimir Putin through the leaders of Finland and Norway, indicating Kiev's multi-channel diplomatic activity ahead of the November contacts. ## Fact-Check & Sources - [Зеленский и Эрдоган обсудили привлечение Анкары к переговорам и встречу в Турции](https://www.rbc.ua/ukr/news/zelenskiy-i-erdogan-obgovorili-zaluchennya-1793467195.html) - Direct quotes from Zelenskyy about the trilateral format in the first half of November, involving Turkey and Europe, security in the Black Sea. Primary source for the basis of the article. - [Зеленский сделал заявление о привлечении Турции к мирным переговорам: о чем договорились с ...](https://tsn.ua/ru/svit/zelenskiy-sdelal-zayavlenie-o-privlechenii-turtsii-k-mirnym-peregovoram-o-chem-dogovorilis-s-erdoganom-3204707.html) - Confirms Zelenskyy's visit to Turkey, agreements on the Black Sea Grain Corridor, discussion of expanding the diplomatic platform. Consistent with source 1. ## FAQ ### In what format and when are negotiations involving Ukraine, the USA, and Russia planned? According to Zelenskyy's statement, preparations are underway for a trilateral format Ukraine — USA — Russia in the first half of November 2026. The specific date and location were not named at the time of the statement. ### Is the participation of Turkey and Europe in the negotiations being considered? Yes. Zelenskyy stated that he and Erdogan discussed the possibilities of involving Turkey, Europe, and other partners in the negotiation process, as well as holding future meetings on Turkish territory. ### What agreements regarding the Black Sea were reached at the meeting? The parties agreed to continue joint work on restoring and ensuring the stable operation of the Black Sea Grain Corridor, and also discussed ideas for protecting safe navigation in the region.