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Erdogan – Trump: Venezuela, Gaza and F 35 – What they discussed in their phone call

Published January 6, 2026, 08:16
Erdogan – Trump: Venezuela, Gaza and F 35 – What they discussed in their phone call

Turkish President Erdogan and US President Trump had a phone conversation in which they discussed bilateral relations, cooperation in the defense industry (including F-35 and F-16), and regional issues such as Venezuela and Gaza. Erdogan expressed Turkey's concerns about instability in Venezuela and emphasized Turkey's support for the Venezuelan people. The conversation took place after the US operation in Venezuela and the arrest of Maduro.