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Turkish President welcomes Trump’s re-election with optimism

20 January 2025 21:45 (UTC +04:00)

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan expressed optimism about the future of U.S.-Türkiye relations under Donald Trump’s presidency, pointing to their prior rapport as a foundation for renewed collaboration, APA reports citing Hurriyet.

Speaking during a joint press conference with Slovakian Prime Minister Robert Fico at the Presidential Complex in Ankara, Erdoğan said he values the “continuity of friendship” between the two leaders.

“Our friendship from the first term remains very important for us,” Erdoğan noted, adding that he had already communicated with Trump following his election victory. “We will continue to engage, and I am confident that our discussions will yield positive outcomes for both countries.”

Erdoğan highlighted Trump’s assertion that he could bring an end to the ongoing war between Russia and Ukraine. “If he says, ‘I will end this war,’ then Türkiye is ready to contribute in any way necessary because we stand firmly on the side of peace,” Erdoğan stated. He emphasized the importance of diplomacy and solidarity among nations, reiterating his belief that “peace is the only path forward.”