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Articles with tag "Erdogan"

Turkey's Erdogan Tells Putin and Macron Efforts to End Ukraine War at ‘Turning Point’

In a phone call with Putin on Sunday, Erdogan welcomed the Russian leader's statement that peace talks should resume in Istanbul where they left off.

Trump Eyes Erdogan's Help to End Ukraine War

"I look forward to working with President Erdogan on getting the ridiculous, but deadly, War between Russia and Ukraine ended — NOW!" Trump posted.
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Erdogan Tells Putin Cooperation With Russia Key to Resolving Regional Conflicts

The two leaders discussed Black Sea security, with Erdogan pledging that Ankara would take steps to ensure "the safety of commercial navigation."
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Putin Says Expects Turkey’s Erdogan at BRICS Summit

If admitted to BRICS, Turkey would become the first NATO member in the group which sees itself as a counterweight to the Western-led global order.
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Putin Raises Concerns of ‘Catastrophic Deterioration’ in Gaza With Erdogan

The leaders expressed "deep concern over the growing number of civilian casualties and the catastrophic deterioration of the humanitarian situation," the...
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Putin Expresses Concern Over 'Catastrophic Increase' in Israel-Gaza Death Toll

During a telephone call with his Turkish counterpart Recep Tayyip Erdogan, Vladimir Putin reiterated the need for "an immediate ceasefire" in the conflict...
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Putin Says Free Grain Exports to Africa to Begin in 'Weeks'

He said Russia was ready to return to the UN-brokered Black Sea grain deal "as soon" as restrictions on its own exports were lifted.
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Putin and Erdogan to Meet in Attempt to Avoid Food Crisis, Black Sea Confrontation

A source close to the Russian Foreign Ministry told The Moscow Times that he hoped the leaders could reach an agreement, but admitted it would not be easy...
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Erdogan to Visit Russia for Talks with Putin – Ankara

The Turkish president seeks to revive a deal to ship Ukrainian grain across the Black Sea and to use it as a springboard for broader peace talks.
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Erdogan Urges Putin Not to Escalate Ukraine War Tensions

The call between the Turkish president and his Russian counterpart came after Moscow struck facilities vital for grain shipments from Ukraine. 
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Erdogan Says Putin Agreed to Grain Deal Extension

Putin has repeatedly threatened not to renew the crucial deal allowing for the export of Ukrainian grain because of obstacles to Russia's own exports...
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Kremlin Says Will 'Closely Follow' Zelensky-Erdogan Talks

The Ukrainian and Turkish leaders will meet in Istanbul for talks on the eve of the 500th day since Moscow launched its offensive.
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Putin, Erdogan Unveil Russia-Built Nuclear Plant in Turkey

The Russian president hailed the Akkuyu nuclear power plant as a "flagship project" between the two countries.
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Trapped in Putin's Embrace: Erdogan's Russian Dilemma

Turkey's catastrophic recent earthquake has put a spotlight on the country's close ties with Moscow.
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Erdogan Announces Deal With Moscow to Create Gas Hub in Turkey

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan announced on Wednesday that he had agreed with his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin to create a "gas hub" in Turkey...

Putin Tells Erdogan Russia Could Create ‘Gas Hub’ in Turkey

Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday told his Turkish counterpart Recep Tayyip Erdogan that Moscow would consider developing a "gas hub" in Turkey...

Putin Tells Erdogan Hopes for Deal to Boost Economic Cooperation

"I hope that today we will be able to sign a relevant memorandum on the development of our trade and economic ties," Putin said.

Erdogan Tells Putin Won't Accept Moves on Ukraine's Sovereignty

NATO member Turkey, which has friendly ties to both Russia and Ukraine, has sought to position itself as a mediator in the crisis. 

Get Sputnik Jab, Putin Tells Erdogan

The Russian president boasted of high antibody levels as he hosted the Turkish leader for talks.

Putin Calls for De-Escalation in Israel-Palestinian Clashes

Putin "called on the parties to de-escalate tensions and peacefully resolve the emerging issues" in a call with Turkey's Erdogan.
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