Secretary of State Marco Rubio held discussions with Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan, focusing on security and trade cooperation. During the meeting, Secretary Rubio sought Türkiye's backing for peace initiatives in Ukraine and the South Caucasus. He acknowledged Türkiye's role in the Global Coalition to Defeat ISIS and emphasized the importance of collaboration to maintain a stable Syria free from international terrorism and Iranian destabilizing activities.
Additionally, Secretary Rubio highlighted progress in bilateral trade relations, advocating for enhanced economic collaboration between the two nations. He also raised concerns about recent arrests and protests occurring in Türkiye.
The information provided is attributed to Spokesperson Tammy Bruce.
