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Erdogan and Trump Discuss Syria and Gaza in Phone Call

Published January 21, 2026, 08:16
Erdogan and Trump Discuss Syria and Gaza in Phone Call

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan discussed developments in Syria and Gaza with US President Donald Trump in a phone call following the ceasefire announced between the Syrian government and Kurdish forces. Erdogan informed Trump about Turkey's position on Syria, emphasizing the importance of the country's territorial integrity. The two leaders also discussed the fight against the Islamic State and the situation of its prisoners in Syrian jails. Additionally, Turkey's potential participation in Trump's initiative for a Peace Council in Gaza was discussed, with Erdogan expressing his intention to consider the matter. Turkey has strongly criticized the Israeli attack on Gaza, while Israel opposes any role for Turkey in the region.