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Fact Check: Did Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif Interrupt Putin's Meeting with Erdogan?
Dec 13, 2025 09:56 am CST
A diplomatic incident involving Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif allegedly interrupting a meeting between Russian President Vladimir Putin and Turkish President Erdogan was misreported by RT India, which later retracted its claims. The incident occurred during an international forum in Turkmenistan, with Pakistani media reporting legitimate diplomatic interactions among the leaders.
Turkish President Erdogan Urges Italian PM Meloni to Quit Smoking During Gaza Peace Summit
Oct 14, 2025 02:29 pm CST
During a Gaza peace summit in Egypt, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan advised Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni to quit smoking, highlighting his country's tobacco-free initiative. Meloni jokingly responded that quitting might affect her temperament, while Macron declared the effort "impossible." Both leaders attended the summit aimed at supporting the Gaza ceasefire and rebuilding Palestinian territories.
Trump Urges Erdogan to Halt Russian Oil Purchases While Discussing F-35 Fighter Jet Program Reinstatement
Sep 26, 2025 03:29 am CST
During a significant White House meeting, President Donald Trump urged Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan to stop purchasing Russian oil amid the Ukraine conflict while hinting at possible reinstatement to the F-35 fighter jet program. This marked Erdogan's first visit since Turkey's 2019 expulsion from the program following their acquisition of Russian S-400 missile systems. The two leaders addressed multiple contentious issues including Turkey's Russian energy dependence, defense cooperation, and regional conflicts in Gaza and Syria.
Trump Urges Erdogan to Halt Russian Oil Purchases Amid Discussions on F-35 Fighter Jet Deal
Sep 26, 2025 02:30 am CST
During a significant White House meeting, President Trump called on Turkish President Erdogan to stop purchasing Russian oil amid the Ukraine conflict while discussing potential F-35 fighter jet sales and lifting sanctions related to Turkey's previous acquisition of Russian S-400 defense systems. The high-stakes diplomatic engagement highlights complex NATO alliance dynamics and Trump's unique relationship with the Turkish leader.