Erdogan Praises Trump, Envisions Stronger US-Turkey Relations
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan expressed optimism about a new era in US-Turkey relations following Donald Trump’s election. He highlighted their previous collaboration and praised Trump’s resilience during the campaign. Erdogan emphasized the need to reopen diplomatic communication and address outstanding issues, including military presence in Syria and the F-35 jet dispute. He called for an end to US arms sales to Israel amid ongoing conflicts. Furthermore, Erdogan supported Trump’s stance on resolving the Ukraine war, proposing Turkey’s role as a mediator for peace. Both leaders aim to strengthen cooperation in the future.