Erdoğan speaks with assassination target Trump

According to a statement from the Presidential Communications Directorate, the conversation focused on the assassination attempt against Trump and the subsequent events. During the call, Erdoğan reiterated his condemnation of the assassination attempt, expressing his sorrow and extending his best wishes to Trump.

Erdoğan described the assassination attempt as "an attack on democracy." The Presidential Communications Directorate’s statement included the following details about the conversation:

“President Erdoğan described the assassination attempt as an attack on democracy. He praised Trump's brave stance following the heinous attack, noting that continuing his campaign activities without interruption strengthens democracy and should be seen as a testament to the American people's wisdom. President Erdoğan also commended Trump for his unifying messages aimed at reducing polarization and tension after the assassination attempt, demonstrating strong leadership. He congratulated Donald Trump on being officially nominated as the Republican Party's candidate for the U.S. presidency. President Erdoğan expressed his hope that the U.S. presidential election in November would bring positive outcomes for the American people and U.S.-Turkiye relations.”