Cyprus Times

Erdogan-Trump Phone Call: Syria and Peace Council on the Agenda

Published January 21, 2026, 09:09
Erdogan-Trump Phone Call: Syria and Peace Council on the Agenda

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and US President Donald Trump held a phone conversation focusing on bilateral relations and regional developments. Erdogan stated that Ankara is closely monitoring developments in Syria, emphasizing the need for unity and territorial integrity of the country. The situation in Gaza was also discussed, with Erdogan mentioning efforts for peace and continued coordination with the US. Trump thanked Erdogan for accepting the invitation to the Peace Council for Gaza, while issues of combating DAESH and the fate of its members detained in Syria were also raised.