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Articles with tag "Erdogan"

civilian casualties

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...
scores killed

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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no deal

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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In depth

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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seeking to mediate

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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grain deal fallout

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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food corridor

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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'important' meeting

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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'flagship' project

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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opinion Vlada Stanković

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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Energy crisis

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...
Energy wars

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...
Competitive cooperation

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.
call for dialogue

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. 
vaccine plug

Get Sputnik Jab, Putin Tells Erdogan

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

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.
two cents

Turkey’s Erdogan Criticizes Biden Over ‘Killer’ Putin Remark

"Mr. Biden's comment about Putin does not suit a head of state," Erdogan said.
DIPLOMACY

Putin, Erdogan Urge 'Joint Efforts' to End Karabakh Conflict

Analysts fear Russia and Turkey could find themselves backing difference sides in yet another international conflict.
TENSE TIMES

Turkish, Russian Forces to Patrol Either Side of New Syrian Corridor

The security corridor in Syria's Idlib province was agreed upon in the Russian-Turkish ceasefire deal last week.
SYRIA TALKS

Turkey, Russia Agree Ceasefire in Syria's Idlib

The agreement will also create a security corridor along the key M4 highway in northern Syria.
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