Foreign Pool Report #3 Oval Trump Erdogan

The presser in the Oval Office lasted just under 25 minutes; President Erdogan praised the relationship with Donald Trump in his statement. He said he is very happy that the two are able to meet so close to the UNGA. He said: "We will be discussing F35 the F16 and also the issue Halkbank. " He also addressed the debate about the Orthodox school Halki in Turkey and said he will talk to the head of the Orthodox church once he is back.

Asked about the situation in the middle east and how he could work together with President Trump to establish peace President Erdogan said" President Trump has tremendous influence. I believe in that we could hand to hand overcome all the bitterness and the problems in the region."

The rest of the conversation was led by President Trump.

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