Putin, Erdogan discuss situation in Libya

Putin, Erdogan discuss situation in Libya

Russian President Vladimir Putin and his Turkish counterpart Recep Tayyip Erdogan have discussed issues relating to Libya and Syria in a telephonic conversation.

In a statement, Kremlin said the two leaders voiced concerns over the escalation of the situation in Libya and stressed the urgent need for a ceasefire and a resumption of the negotiation process.

Putin and Erdogan also underlined the importance of strengthening political and diplomatic efforts on a Syrian settlement.