WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump has said he wishes Türkiye would stop buying oil from Russia, while also expressing hope that a Gaza ceasefire is close.
Speaking to the media after meeting Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, Trump praised Erdoğan as a “respected world leader.” Erdoğan received a warm welcome on his arrival in Washington.
Trump said that Türkiye has built a strong army that makes wide use of American-made equipment. He confirmed that Ankara wants to buy F-35 and F-16 fighter jets, and talks on this issue are ongoing. Trump added that if the discussions go well, the US could lift sanctions on Türkiye immediately.
The US president also repeated his claim that he had stopped seven wars during his leadership. He stressed that Washington is working to bring back Israeli hostages from Gaza and that peace efforts are moving forward.
Trump on Turkish President Erdogan:
He is a highly respected man. He is respected throughout the world.He built a powerful military, he uses a lot of our equipment. pic.twitter.com/FPazPUxVbb
— Clash Report (@clashreport) September 25, 2025
Trump:
Both Putin and Zelensky respect Erdogan. Everybody respects Erdogan. I really respect Erdogan.
He can have a big influence on Ukraine war if he wants to, but he prefers being neutral. pic.twitter.com/ON6SnpgKY0
— Clash Report (@clashreport) September 25, 2025
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