On Monday, May 29, the Kremlin confirmed that President Vladimir Putin spoke with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan in a phone call to extend congratulations on Erdogan’s re-election and to discuss both bilateral ties and regional developments. The call, which was reported by the Turkish presidency and corroborated by TASS, highlighted a shared interest in steering Moscow- Ankara relations toward broader cooperation in neighboring geographic theaters as well as in areas of common concern.
According to the communiqué from the Turkish presidency, Putin conveyed best wishes and expressed hope that the election outcome would serve the Turkish people’s interests. The leaders agreed to deepen collaboration between Russia and Turkey on regional issues, underscoring a mutual desire to stabilize adjacent areas and to pursue joint solutions to persistent challenges that affect both nations and their partners in the region.
In the days leading up to the call, Putin publicly acknowledged Erdogan’s political accomplishments and suggested that the election results reflected the Turkish electorate’s confidence in Erdogan’s approach to sovereignty and independent foreign policy. The Russian president’s remarks emphasized an appreciation for Erdogan’s leadership role and the direction it provides for constructive, results-oriented engagement between the two countries.
Putin also praised Erdogan’s personal contribution to strengthening the long-standing friendship between Russia and Turkey and to advancing cooperative efforts across multiple sectors. The exchange touched on areas of potential collaboration, including economic exchange, energy projects, defense coordination, and cultural or educational exchanges that help deepen mutual understanding and trust between their populations.
Additionally, Ahmet Ener, who chairs Turkey’s Supreme Election Council, announced on May 28 that Erdogan’s victory in the second round of the presidential elections had been confirmed, marking a clear mandate for Erdogan to continue pursuing his stated policy agenda. This development was noted as a factor shaping the ongoing dialogue between Moscow and Ankara as both nations navigate regional priorities and regional security considerations, including matters related to trade, energy security, and regional stability. (Attribution: Kremlin press service; Turkish Presidency; TASS)