Donald Trump’s meeting broke the ice between the two countries. It may not have brought immediate announcements, but it is assumed that these will exist in the near future.
This was also announced by the US president. Details. On the other hand, the agenda of talks is well known.
After all, Recep Tayyip Erdogan went to the meeting with a folder full of suggestions. The presence of almost the entire cabinet in Ankara’s mission demonstrates the importance that Erdogan gave at this meeting.
Trump’s requirement
During the statements made by the two presidents, Donald Trump gave the tone about what Turkey wants to do. Trump put pressure on Ankara asking her to stop the market for Russian oil.
“I think it will stop it, yes. Do you know why? Because he can buy it from many others, “Trump said for Erdogan. It is worth pointing out that on Tuesday there was a large agreement between Turkish companies on the import of American liquefied natural gas (LNG).
This is important, as it will help Turkey further differentiate its gas sources.
The F-35, Patriot and Trump’s clear message to Erdogan
Of course, on the agenda of the discussion. Recall that their market has been in the refrigerator since 2019. Then the US has been dismissed by Turkey’s fighter production program after the purchase of Russian defense systems.
Donald Trump pointed out during his statements that the two sides could easily reach an agreement. “We can easily make an agreement on the F-35s, but Erdogan should do something for us first.”he said.
BREAKING: Trump:
We can easily do a deal on F-35’s with Türkiye, but Erdogan going to do something for us first.
— Clash Report (@clashreport)
Prior to the meeting, reports wanted Erdogan to have a ready proposal. Of course, it is assumed that the US side will not allow Turkey to have the S400 at the same time and any US weapon system.
Analysts believe that Trump has asked Erdogan to get rid of the S400 and remains to be seen if this will happen.
The American ambassador’s comment on Ankara
The US Ambassador to Ankara and a special representative for Syria, Tom Barak, made the meeting.
Referring to the critical issues of the meeting, Barak said: “There are important issues and the whole world is trying to find the solution. It is vital to meet the places at such times. We are proud of all the places that participated here. “
Asked about the F-35s, the US Ambassador commented: “I’ll leave the answer to this question to others, but I can’t say you are wrong. You will hear from this meeting very soon. “
The first reactions from the Turkish leadership
Immediately after the meeting, Recep Tayyip Erdogan left the US to return to Ankara. The Turkish president did not make any statement, but there were positions from other officials, such as Hakan Fidan.
The meeting between Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and his US counterpart Donald Trump was “quite productive and successful”. Fidan added: “We will continue to work to strengthen our relationships with the US based on mutual respect and in our corresponding interests.”
At a similar wavelength were the statements by Burchanettin Duran. The leader of the Turkish president’s communications made the report of Erdogan’s presence in the US. For a meeting with Donald Trump he noted that there was progress on some issues.
«The historic meeting he held with US President Trump at the White House was held in a very cordial atmosphere. During the meeting many issues were discussed, from defense to trade, from energy to regional and global problems, and significant progress has been made on certain issues. “ He said characteristically.
Our President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan’s US trip, including New York and Vasington stops, was quite high -paced and efficient.
In the United Nations General Assembly, the President of Palestine and the conscience of the international community, our President, at the same time in his speech…
– Burhanettin Duran (@burhantduran)
