President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan told U.S. President Donald Trump that Türkiye wants to expand cooperation with Washington, stressing the need for full implementation of the Syria cease-fire and urging stronger support for efforts to end Gaza’s humanitarian crisis, according to the Presidential Communications Directorate, APA reports citing Daily Sabah.
In a phone call focusing on security, regional stability and humanitarian priorities, Erdoğan told Trump that Türkiye remains committed to taking steps to strengthen cooperation with the United States, saying advancing ties in all areas is in the mutual interest of both countries.
He called for continued Türkiye-U.S. coordination, particularly on Syria. He underscored the importance Türkiye places on the full implementation of the cease-fire and integration agreement there, noting that Ankara is monitoring the process closely with both the U.S. and Syrian counterparts.
The president also highlighted the work of the Gaza Board of Peace, expressing hope that the body will help deliver meaningful progress. Erdoğan stressed that ending the humanitarian disaster in Gaza and launching reconstruction efforts are essential steps toward enabling lasting regional peace.