US EditionGermany's Merz urges deeper European ties with Turkey despite disagreement on Gaza
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan focused on defense cooperation and Turkey's EU bid amid disputes over Israel's Gaza actions and human rights concerns.
- During his first visit to Turkey, German Leader Friedrich Merz emphasized that Germany views Turkey as a close partner of the European Union and supports its EU bid, urging for democratic reforms and judicial independence.
- Merz welcomed Turkey's decision to procure 20 Eurofighter jets, stating it would enhance NATO's collective security amid concerns over Russia.
- Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan urged Germany to focus on joint defense projects instead of procurement issues in the defense industry, stating that the judiciary is upholding the law and that Turkey and Germany should concentrate on these projects amid changing security conditions in Europe.
- Erdogan criticized Germany's support for Israel, saying it overlooks Israel's actions in Gaza and emphasized the need for humanitarian efforts.
68 Articles
68 Articles
Turkey's Erdogan to Merz: does Germany not see Israeli 'genocide' in Gaza?
Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan criticised Germany over what he said was its ignorance of Israel's "genocide" and attacks in Gaza, at a joint news conference with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz on Thursday.
Chancellor Merz's inaugural visit to President Erdogan in Ankara is designed for harmony. The Chancellor wants to deepen the partnership and expresses his reservations about the domestic political situation in Turkey. In the ranks of the Greens and of the coalition partner SPD, it's the place.
Associated Press News
Germany's Merz urges deeper European ties with Turkey despite disagreement on Gaza
Europe should forge a deeper strategic partnership with Turkey in response to emerging global challenges, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said Thursday on his first official visit to Ankara, which has played a crucial mediating role in the conflicts in Ukraine and Gaza.
The two men agreed to provide Eurofighters to Turkey but had an on-camera disagreement - Watch video
Coverage Details
Bias Distribution
- 34% of the sources lean Left, 34% of the sources lean Right
Factuality
To view factuality data please Upgrade to Premium
