Turkiye Prioritizes Security Amid Syria Talks with Russia
President Tayyip Erdogan said Turkiye is ready if the United States decides to pull its troops out of northern Syria. CNN Turk and other news outlets reported his statement on Wednesday.
Erdogan spoke to reporters during his return from the G20 summit in Brazil. He said Turkiye’s security is the top priority. He also mentioned that Turkiye is in talks with Russia about the situation in Syria.
The president’s comments highlight Turkiye’s focus on protecting its borders and dealing with regional issues directly.