Erdoğan, Trump Discuss U.S.-Turkey Relations, Regional Issues

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan held a phone conversation with U.S. President Donald Trump, focusing on bilateral relations and regional dynamics. The Turkish Presidency stated that the leaders addressed key issues in the Turkey-U.S. relationship and reviewed significant regional and global developments.

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The leaders discussed bilateral relations between Turkey and the U.S. and regional and global developments.

During the call, President Erdoğan emphasized the importance of diplomacy in de-escalating tensions between Iran and the United States. He expressed Turkey's hope for continued dialogue and reiterated the country's commitment to supporting peace initiatives. Erdoğan also highlighted Turkey's role in regional stability, referencing the Joint Defense Agreement signed with Pakistan and Saudi Arabia as a strong stance for ensuring regional security.

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President Erdoğan stated that it is important to make maximum use of diplomacy in the tension between Iran and the U.S., that we hope discussions continue, and that Turkey will continue to support peace efforts.

Furthermore, Erdoğan addressed the situation in Gaza, noting an increase in actions targeting Palestinians by Israeli authorities during a period when progress towards the second phase of the Gaza peace process is being pursued. He affirmed Turkey's ongoing support for lasting peace in the region and for the reconstruction efforts in Gaza.

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Our President stated that we are exhibiting a strong stance for the assurance of regional stability and security with the Joint Defense Agreement we signed together with Pakistan and Saudi Arabia.

The conversation underscored Turkey's active engagement in both bilateral diplomacy and broader regional security and peace efforts.

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President Erdoğan emphasized that at a time when we aim to move to the second stage of the Gaza peace process, there has been an increase in actions targeting Palestinians by the Israeli administration, and that Turkey will continue to support steps to be taken for lasting peace in the region and for the reconstruction of Gaza.