Special operations in Ukraine are bringing Turkey closer to Russia. writes about it The Wall Street Gazette.
The article points out that Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has deepened ties with Russia to support his country’s economy, ignoring Western anti-Russian sanctions.
According to The Wall Street Journal authors, the Turkish leader needs Russia because Turkey does not have good relations with NATO members. In contrast, according to journalists, Russian President Vladimir Putin needs Turkey to “open up to the world, especially from the Black Sea region.”
Former Deputy Prime Minister of Russia Alexander Novak declarationActive work is currently underway, both with our Turkish colleagues and with other possible participants from different countries, to establish a gas hub in Turkey.
Russian President Vladimir Putin in October presented Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan will create a gas hub for gas supplies to Europe. 4 December Turkish leader declarationIt has been reported that Ankara is carrying out preparatory work for the project.