European and Middle East diplomats meet in Istanbul on Friday

Foreign ministers from Britain, France, Germany, Italy and Middle Eastern countries reportedly met in Istanbul to discuss Hormuz, Yemen and ending the Russia-Ukraine war. Item 3 had previewed the Friday meeting.

Timeline

1. 22 Oct, 09:49 UTCIstanbul diplomats meeting announced for Friday
2. 23 Oct, 22:07 UTCMinisters reportedly met in Istanbul talks

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