Having expressed deep condolences over the devastating earthquakes in Turkey that caused numerous casualties, Vladimir Putin reaffirmed Russia’s readiness to immediately provide its Turkish partners with the necessary assistance in relieving the consequences of this natural disaster. Specific proposals have already been submitted to Turkey through the appropriate channels.
The President of Turkey warmly thanked Vladimir Putin for such a prompt and sincere response and said that he would instruct the relevant Turkish agencies to accept the help of Russian rescuers.