Once again, Recep Tayyip Erdogan, speaking to reporters, made it clear that Turkey will not impose sanctions on Russia after its invasion of Ukraine. The Turkish president justified his decision by saying that "we cannot let our citizens freeze" and that his country needs Russian gas.
Erdogan also added that he will talk with the presidents of Ukraine and Russia, Volodymyr Zelensky and Vladimir Putin, respectively, in the coming days.
In fact, Erdogan noted that there is room for compromise on four of the six issues raised by Russia, with differences over territory remaining. Regarding Zelensky's statement that a referendum was needed to make any concessions, the Turkish president commented that this was a move by a "smart leadership."
Our doors are open to companies leaving Russia
Recep Tayyip Erdogan noted that "our doors are open to companies leaving Russia." He also noted that Turkey is taking all necessary measures to have food and that there will be no problem with its availability in the holy month of Ramadan even though the war in Ukraine continues.
On F-16s and S-400
Finally, the Turkish president said that his country's position on the Russian S-400 has not changed since that deal has been done, but noted that there is contact with the US for new F-16s.
Source: in.gr
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