Erdoğan met with Trump: Strong messages were given against regional tension

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan held a phone call with U.S. President Donald Trump to discuss bilateral relations, escalating Iran-U.S. tensions and the Russia-Ukraine war. The two leaders used the call to deliver strong messages against regional escalation, though the readout gave no specifics on concrete measures or agreements. The conversation matters because Turkey, a NATO member with ties to both Washington and Tehran, could serve as a diplomatic channel as Iran-U.S. friction builds. Investors should watch for follow-up statements from both capitals and any shift in Turkey-U.S. defense or trade cooperation after the call.