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Turkey says Cavusoglu discussed US sanctions with Pompeo in call
Turkish Foreign Minister Mevlut Cavusoglu and US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo discussed Washington's decision to sanction its NATO ally Turkey over its purchase of Russian defences in a phone call on Tuesday, the Turkish Foreign Ministry said.
USA Announced Sanctions on Turkey over Purchase of Russian Anti-air System
The United States on Monday imposed sanctions on a key Turkish defence agency over Ankara's purchase of the Russian S-400 air defence system.
Turkey took possession of the Russian missiles last year, despite repeated warnings from the US that it would lead to sanctions.
Ankara condemns, rejects US decision including unilateral sanctions on Turkey: Foreign Ministry
Turkish Foreign Ministry on Dec. 14 said that U.S. sanctions will harm ties, adding that Ankara will retaliate as necessary.
The U.S. Treasury Department on Dec. 14 imposed sanctions on Turkey over its purchase of the Russian S-400 missile defense system.
Pompeo tells Turkey its purchase of S-400 missile defense system will endanger US military
The US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said on Monday the United States has made clear to Turkey that its purchase of Russian S-400 missile defense systems would endanger the security of US military technology and personnel.
Pompeo said he has urged Turkey to resolve the S-400 issue in co-ordination with the United States.
Bulgaria Welcomes US Decision to Participate in Three Seas Initiative with USD 300 Million
As a country that will preside over the Three Seas Initiative in 2021, Bulgaria welcomed the decision of the Board of United States International Development Finance Corporation to participate in the Investment Fund with 0 million, the Foreign Ministry reported.
Thus, the capital of the Three Seas Fund exceeds EUR 1.2 billion.
Pressure grows on Ankara before summit
International pressure on Ankara aimed at containing its expansive foreign policy was further intensified this week with the US defense budget bill for 2021, which foresees sanctions against Turkey over its acquisition of Russian S-400 missiles.
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Gulf nations, US signal progress to resolve Qatar crisis
Rivals Qatar and Saudi Arabia, along with neutral Oman and Kuwait, said on Dec. 4 progress had been made towards resolving the Gulf crisis that has pitted a regional group of nations against Doha.
Turkey issues Navtex for firing exercise between Rhodes and Kastellorizo
Turkish authorities on Friday issued a navigational for firing exercises in the Mediterranean, in an area between the Greek islands of Rhodes and Kastellorizo.
The Navtex reserves the area for December 9 and 10, which will coincide with a European Council summit on December 10 and 11 during which possible sanctions against Ankara will be discussed.
In parting shot, Pompeo rebukes Turkey at NATO meeting
US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo used his final NATO meeting this week to sharply criticize Turkey, saying its purchase of a Russian weapons system was "a gift" to Moscow, according to five diplomats and officials.
Pompeo says Turkey ‘undermines’ NATO cohesion
US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo criticized Turkey for opposing the principles and operation of NATO and undermining its cohesion during a Foreign Ministers' teleconference on Tuesday, according to diplomatic sources.
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