Erdogan expresses full support for Putin in phone call amid Wagner's armed insurrection
In a recent phone conversation between Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and Russian President Vladimir Putin, Erdogan expressed unwavering support for Putin in light of the ongoing armed insurrection by the Wagner mercenary group in Russia, the Kremlin reported on Saturday.
According to a statement released by the Kremlin, “President Putin provided information about the situation in the country regarding the attempted armed rebellion. President Erdogan of the Republic of Türkiye expressed full support for the measures taken by the Russian leadership.”
The discussion between the two leaders emphasized the significance of standing united against the threat posed by the Wagner mercenary group, which has been involved in destabilizing activities in various regions.
The show of solidarity from President Erdogan reaffirms the strong diplomatic relations between Türkiye and Russia, underscoring their commitment to cooperation and joint efforts in maintaining stability and security.
The situation regarding the Wagner mercenary group's armed insurrection continues to unfold, with international leaders closely monitoring developments and collaborating to address the threat posed by such actions. (ILKHA)