National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan spoke with Chief Foreign Policy and Security Advisor to the Turkish President, Ambassador Akif Cagatay Kilic, the White House said in a statement. Sullivan underscored the urgent need for Hamas to accept Israel’s proposal to bring about an immediate ceasefire as part of a hostage deal.
“They also discussed bilateral issues including counterterrorism, defense cooperation, and sanctions compliance. They emphasized the importance of a peace agreement between Armenia and Azerbaijan and welcomed improved relations between Türkiye and Greece”, said the statement.