MOSCOW, April 3 (Xinhua) -- Russian President Vladimir Putin spoke by phone with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Friday, discussing the escalating military and political confrontation in the Persian Gulf region, the Kremlin said.
The two leaders said the intensified military operations have caused severe disruptions to energy, trade and logistics both regionally and globally, according to a Kremlin statement.
Moscow and Ankara stressed the need for an immediate ceasefire and for drafting a peace agreement that takes into account the legitimate interests of all countries in the Persian Gulf region.
Discussing Ukraine, Putin and Erdogan also underscored their intention to strengthen coordination to ensure security in the Black Sea region.
They further discussed expanding political and economic ties between Russia and Türkiye, as well as advancing joint energy projects. ■