Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and US President Donald Trump held a phone conversation to discuss bilateral relations along with pressing regional and global developments. During the call, Erdogan affirmed that Türkiye remains committed to strengthening its partnership with the United States and boosting cooperation across all sectors as the two nations approach the 100th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations next year.
Addressing Middle East security, Erdogan highlighted that Türkiye and its partners in the Mecca Joint Defence Alliance are attentively tracking situation in Yemen and the Strait of Hormuz. He underscored the critical role of diplomatic initiatives in easing regional friction and averting further escalation, emphasizing that Ankara is actively seeking diplomatic solutions to these issues.
On the conflict in Eastern Europe, Erdogan expressed Türkiye's readiness to assist in reviving diplomatic talks between Ukraine and Russia aimed at concluding the war through negotiations. Ankara has consistently advocated for diplomatic engagement to resolve the dispute. In addition, Trump extended his congratulations to Erdogan and the Turkish nation on Republic Day, while expressing his hopes for the success of the upcoming Organisation of Turkic States summit.
