Ankara:Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and US President Donald Trump engaged in a phone conversation on Wednesday to discuss bilateral relations and various regional and global developments, as reported by Trkiye's Communications Directorate.

According to Anadolu Agency – English, Erdogan highlighted the involvement of the Mecca Joint Defense Alliance in closely monitoring the situations in the Strait of Hormuz and Yemen. He also emphasized Trkiye's pursuit of a diplomatic resolution to the ongoing issues in these regions.

The conversation further included Erdogan reaffirming Ankara's dedication to enhancing bilateral ties with Washington and expanding cooperation in multiple sectors. Additionally, the Turkish president conveyed Trkiye's willingness to assist in reviving diplomatic talks between Ukraine and Russia to cease the ongoing conflict.

President Trump, during the call, congratulated Erdogan and the Turkish people on Republic Day and expressed his best wishes for Trkiye's success in hosting the upcoming Organization of Turkic States summit.