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Czech Deputy Foreign Minister Jan Marian called Türkiye a "vital NATO ally" and emphasized its crucial role in Black Sea security during a meeting with foreign journalists and government officials in Prague on Tuesday.
Marian made the remarks during the "Duke Wenceslas Future Leaders Programme 2025" at the Czech Foreign Ministry building, where he discussed European Union foreign policy, the Russia-Ukraine war, and Middle East developments.
Responding to questions from the state-run Anadolu Agency (AA) correspondent about Türkiye's role in the Russia-Ukraine conflict and European security, Marian said his country views Ankara's NATO role as "very valuable."
"We understand Türkiye's role in the region and see it as a vital NATO ally," Marian said, specifically referencing Ankara's importance for Black Sea security.
The deputy minister confirmed that the Czech Republic maintains close contact with Türkiye on regional security matters.
On the Palestinian issue, Marian stated that the Czech Republic "strongly" supports a two-state solution.
He added that his country views Israel as a "historical and long-term partner."
The meeting brought together foreign journalists, government officials, and civil society organization representatives to discuss Czech and EU foreign policy priorities amid ongoing regional conflicts.
Marian's comments come as NATO members continue to coordinate responses to the Russia-Ukraine war and evolving security challenges in the Black Sea region, where Türkiye controls strategic waterways through the Bosphorus and Dardanelles straits.
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