Turkish president, Qatari emir talk over phone

By Merve Yildizalp

ANKARA

President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Monday spoke over the phone with Qatari Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani, according to presidential sources.

The two leaders discussed bilateral relations and regional issues, said sources on condition of anonymity due to restrictions on talking to the media.

They also highlighted the importance of further improving bilateral ties in all areas, the source added.