Statement on the Phone Conversation with President Vladimir Putin of the Russian Federation

Statement on the Phone Conversation between President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan and President Vladimir Putin of the Russian Federation:

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan had a phone conversation with President Vladimir Putin of the Russian Federation today.

President Erdoğan and President Putin of Russia mainly focused on the importance of the normalization of bilateral relations between Turkey and Russia during the phone conversation.

The two Presidents also underlined the importance of acting in cooperation in the face of political, economic and humanitarian crises in the region as well as taking necessary steps to revive the bilateral relations.

Condemning the heinous terror attack in Istanbul, President Putin of Russia offered his condolences to the Turkish nation.

The two leaders also agreed to stay in contact and hold a face-to-face meeting, stressing their determination to revive bilateral relations and join forces in the fight against terror.

Respectfully announced to the public.