Ankara, August 18, 2024, The Europe Today: On August 17, President Recep Tayyip Erdogan of Türkiye and President Ilham Aliyev of Azerbaijan held a phone call to discuss mutual support amid ongoing wildfires in Türkiye, according to NHC reports.
During the conversation, President Erdogan expressed profound gratitude for Azerbaijan’s readiness to assist in combating the wildfires that have recently affected Türkiye. He highlighted the critical role of the BE-200CS amphibious aircraft in firefighting efforts and praised Azerbaijan’s decision to send this aircraft to Türkiye. Erdogan described this gesture as a testament to the strong brotherhood and strategic partnership between the two nations.
In response, President Aliyev confirmed that the BE-200CS amphibious aircraft would be dispatched to Türkiye in the near future and reaffirmed Azerbaijan’s commitment to providing any additional support necessary to address the wildfire crisis. He emphasized the longstanding and robust relationship between Azerbaijan and Türkiye, noting their mutual support and solidarity.
The two leaders also discussed the future prospects for enhancing their friendly, brotherly, and allied relations. Their conversation underscored the deep-rooted alliance and shared commitment between the two countries in addressing challenges and supporting each other.
