According to Anadolu, citing the administration of the Turkish leader, during the negotiations, events related to Syria were discussed.

The leaders also reaffirmed their commitment to the Sochi memorandum, which was signed on October 22.

During the talks, the development of bilateral relations and steps to increase trade between Russia and Turkey were discussed.

Earlier, Russian Presidential Aide Yuri Ushakov confirmed the preparation of a telephone conversation between President Vladimir Putin and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan.