Russian and Turkish Def mins discuss Syria-UPDATED

Russian and Turkish Def mins discuss Syria-UPDATED
# 24 November 2022 17:32 (UTC +04:00)

Turkish National Defence Minister Hulusi Akar and Defence Minister of the Russian Federation Sergei Shoigu discussed bilateral, regional defense and security issues in the phone call, said Turkish National Defence Ministry, APA's Istanbul correspondent reports.

It was noted that during the conversation, Minister Akar said that an appropriate response was given and will be given to those who target civilian settlements and citizens against the growing pressure and attacks aimed at destabilizing the region on the Syrian issue.

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The leaders of Russia and Turkey are considering additional security measures at the South Stream pipeline in view of a potential existing threat to it, Kremlin Spokesman Dmitry Peskov told reporters on Thursday, APA reports citing TASS.

"There is such a need now; a potential threat exists," Peskov told reporters, answering a question as to whether the Presidents of Russia and Turkey are considering strengthening controls and antiterrorist protection at the South Stream.

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