President of the Republic of Türkiye Recep Tayyip Erdogan discussed the events in the Middle East during his meeting with U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken, who is on a visit to the country, according to the written statement of Matthew Miller, the head of the press service of the State Department, Paralel.Az reports.

The sides also discussed the Russian-Ukrainian war.

"The Secretary emphasized the need to prevent the conflict from spreading, secure the release of hostages, expand humanitarian assistance and reduce civilian casualties, and work toward broader, lasting regional peace that ensures Israel’s security and advances the establishment of a Palestinian state," reads the statement.

Blinken and Erdogan also discussed the completion of Sweden's NATO membership and the strengthening of trade and investment relations between Washington and Ankara.

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President of the Republic of Türkiye Recep Tayyip Erdogan has received the U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken, who is on a visit to the country, Paralel.Az reports citing TRT Haber.

It was noted that the meeting is taking place at the Vahdettin Mansion.