U.S. President Donald Trump expressed strong support for his relationship with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, describing him as a strong leader and a highly reliable international ally.
United States President Donald Trump addressed members of the press corps at Joint Base Andrews following his return from an official military graduation ceremony in the state of Connecticut. When questioned by reporters regarding the specific parameters of his recent telephone consultation with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, Trump provided a highly positive evaluation of the bilateral dynamic. “We had a very good phone call with President Erdoğan. We share a very good relationship,” Trump stated, emphasizing the personal connection between Washington and Ankara. “He is a tough guy, but I have a relationship with him that nobody else does. I think he has been a very good ally. Some people might doubt that, but I think he has been a great ally, and his people respect him deeply.”
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Turning his attention toward volatile regional developments involving Iran, the U.S. President commented on the shifting political leadership inside Tehran, labeling the current negotiators as noticeably more logical and reasonable compared to previous administrative figures. Trump indicated that arriving at a finalized diplomatic framework remains the primary goal, as it would conserve immense amounts of time, energy, and human lives. However, he maintained a strict baseline regarding international security standards. “We must receive the correct response from them—it has to be a 100 percent correct answer, otherwise things will move very fast,” Trump warned. He concluded by noting that Washington is presently dealing with highly capable and intelligent individuals, expressing hope that all participating parties can ultimately secure an agreement that yields positive outcomes globally.