“We can confirm that Ambassador Flake did go to the Turkish Ministry of Foreign Affairs today for meetings and for discussions.  Of course, when it comes to General Milley’s visit, we’d refer you to the Department of Defense; however, it’s our understanding that General Milley met only with U.S. troops while in Syria.  It was only an interaction with American service members.," the spokesperson said during the press briefing.

On Monday, the Turkish Foreign Ministry summoned U.S. Ambassador to Türkiye, Jeffry Flake over Army general Mark Milley's visit to Syria's northwest. (ILKHA)