Donald Trump's Statement on Turkey and CAATSA Sanctions
US President Donald Trump answered questions from members of the press regarding CAATSA sanctions against Turkey and his relationship with President Recep Tayyip Erdogan.
In statements to reporters before departing for the state of Alabama, US President Donald Trump touched upon the lifting of CAATSA sanctions against Turkey and emphasized his friendship with President Recep Tayyip Erdogan.
Press Statement on the White House Lawn
US President Donald Trump answered questions from journalists on the agenda on the lawn before leaving the White House to go to the state of Alabama as part of his election campaign activities.
CAATSA Sanctions and Statement on Erdogan
Trump was reminded of his previous promise regarding the lifting of CAATSA sanctions against Turkey, and was asked whether the path would be opened for the sale of Turkish defense products to the US.
Answering this question, Trump stated that he always talks with President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, described him as a friend, and expressed that he loves Turkey.
Oil Prices and the Iran Issue
Evaluating the high level of oil prices, Trump argued that the drop in prices depends on the resolution of the Iran issue.
Trump stated that the Iran issue will be resolved in a relatively short period of time, and thanks to this, oil prices will fall back to their former levels or even lower.
Diesel Fuel and the Role of European Countries
Stating that European countries will contribute regarding diesel fuel, Trump expressed that the current difficulty will be overcome in this way.
Stating that Europe has an abundance of diesel and that they will make a great contribution to the world, Trump noted that they themselves will not impose an export ban.