Erdogan Invites Trump to Visit Turkey

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has congratulated Donald Trump on his electoral win and invited him to visit Turkey, hoping to reset the strained ties between the two nations. Erdogan expressed optimism that Trump's return to the White House could lead to improved cooperation and resolution of regional crises, including the Palestinian issue and the Russia-Ukraine war. Despite past tensions over issues like Turkey's purchase of Russian S-400 missile defenses and U.S. support for Kurdish fighters in Syria, Erdogan expressed hope for a relationship 'different from Trump's previous term.' The invitation was extended during a phone call where Trump spoke positively about Turkey, and Erdogan's administration anticipates a more understanding approach from Trump regarding Turkey's security needs. Outgoing U.S. President Biden did not visit Turkey during his term, highlighting the cool relations between the two countries during his presidency.