Turkish, Russian defense chiefs discuss regional issues

Turkish, Russian defense chiefs discuss regional issues

MOSCOW-Anadolu Agency

Turkish defense minister discussed regional issues with his Russian counterpart over the phone, an official statement from Russia said on Jan. 20.

Turkey's Hulusi Akar spoke to Russia's Sergey Shoygu, according to Russia's National Defense Ministry.

The officials discussed recent developments in the region and North Africa.

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