21.08.2025 23:04
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan had a phone conversation with French President Emmanuel Macron at the request of the French side.
President Erdoğan held a phone conversation with French President Emmanuel Macron at the request of the French side. During the meeting, various regional and global developments were discussed, including bilateral relations between Turkey and France, the Russia-Ukraine peace process, and the recent situation in Gaza.
ERDOĞAN'S MESSAGE: "WE ARE FOLLOWING THE PROCESS"
Erdoğan stated that Turkey's efforts to end the Ukraine-Russia war with a just peace continue, and that they are closely monitoring the contacts in Alaska and Washington. President Erdoğan expressed that Turkey is ready to host all efforts in the peace talks between Ukraine and Russia.
A SEPARATE FOCUS ON THE GAZA ISSUE
Erdoğan noted that Turkey is making efforts to achieve a ceasefire in Gaza, where a major humanitarian disaster is occurring, and emphasized that it is essential to rein in the recklessness displayed by Israel, which has accelerated its plans to occupy Gaza. The two leaders agreed to discuss the details of the issues addressed during the UN Summit in New York.
President Erdoğan emphasized the importance of developing cooperation between Turkey and France, stating that they will continue to take steps to advance relations in many areas, particularly in the defense industry.