Trump Talks Bilateral Relations With Turkish President Erdogan in Phone Call

The two leaders discussed bilateral ties, Syria, the ISIS terrorist group, and other issues, according to the Turkish government.

President Donald Trump meets with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan (L) in the Oval Office of the White House on Sept. 25, 2025. Saul Loeb/AFP

U.S. President Donald Trump held a phone call with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Jan. 20, which the Turkish government said centered on bilateral relations and regional issues.

Trump told reporters before departing for Davos, Switzerland, on Jan. 20, that it was “a very good call,” but did not provide details on what was discussed.