EU officials meet with Turkish leadership in Ankara

European Union High Representative Kaja Kallas led a delegation to Ankara for meetings with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan on June 29, 2026. The delegation also included Commissioner for Enlargement Marta Kos and Commissioner for Migration Magnus Brunner. The visit aimed to strengthen EU-Turkey relations, focusing on security, energy, migration, and trade cooperation. Key discussions included the ongoing war in Ukraine, conflicts in the Middle East, and preparations for the upcoming NATO summit scheduled for July 7-8 in Ankara. Officials emphasized Turkey's role as a NATO ally and a candidate for EU membership. Kallas highlighted Turkey's strategic importance in protecting the alliance's eastern flank. Both sides reaffirmed their commitment to managing shared geopolitical challenges through continued diplomatic engagement.