Trump reiterates U.S. support to Turkey in call with Erdogan: White House

Trump reiterates U.S. support to Turkey in call with Erdogan: White House
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Summary The 45-minute call was the first since Trump took office.

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - President Donald Trump reiterated "U.S. support to Turkey as a strategic partner and NATO ally" during a phone call with Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan on Tuesday, the White House said.

Trump also spoke about the two countries’ "shared commitment to combatting terrorism in all its forms" and welcomed Turkey’s contributions to the fight against Daesh, the White House said in a statement.