'It is important to maintain relations on a basis of respect for mutual interests,' Türkiye's President Erdogan tells Israel's PM-designate Netanyahu in a phone call
President Erdogan thanked Netanyahu for calling for condolences and expressed that they were also upset by the incident that took place in the West Bank two days ago.
In a phone call, President Erdogan told Netanyahu he was saddened by "events two days ago in the West Bank", the presidency said on Thursday. Netanyahu, who won an election this month, said that Türkiye's mediation efforts between Russia and Ukraine are "important for the world." Three Israelis were killed in a stabbing attack in the occupied West Bank on Tuesday, hours before Israel swore in lawmakers set to return Netanyahu to power.The call comes amid a thaw in long-strained ties between Türkiye and Israel. Israeli President Isaac Herzog visited Ankara this year in the first visit to Türkiye by an Israeli leader since 2008.
United States Latest News, United States Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Israel's Netanyahu to keep Michael Herzog as ambassador to U.S.Israel's Netanyahu is expected to keep the ambassador Mike Herzog in his position even though he was appointed by the previous government.
Read more »
Inside Netanyahu bloc's push to curb power of Israel's Supreme CourtNetanyahu has agreed during ongoing coalition talks to commit to passing a law that would allow the government to bypass Supreme Court rulings.
Read more »
Talked to Russia about sending grain to Africa free of charge: ErdoganTurkish President Erdogan says Ankara will contribute to sending free grain to African countries in need as the landmark Ukraine deal is extended by another four months.
Read more »
Blaming Russia for Poland missile attack will escalate tensions: ErdoganTurkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan says he respects Russia's statement that Russian missiles have not hit Polish territory, adding that an investigation should be launched on the incident.
Read more »