President Donald Trump praised Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan as a 'great leader' and a 'great friend,' and said Turkey's military has become 'very powerful.' Trump stated they would discuss trade, matters concerning Israel, and Iran, according to Israeli media reports. 'People don't know how big this army is,' he added.
President Donald Trump made the remarks during a conversation with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Tuesday, according to Israeli media. The comments follow a statement earlier today in which Trump said he would speak with Erdogan about trade, Israel, and Iran, as The Zioneer reported. Trump praised Erdogan's leadership and Turkey's military strength, and said they would discuss matters concerning Israel, including Iran. The reports did not specify whether the conversation took place by phone or in person.
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