1. The leaders exchanged assessments of the situation in connection with Russia’s recognition of the Donetsk and Luhansk People’s Republics.
2. Vladimir Putin emphasized the objective necessity of the decision taken in the face of the aggression of the Ukrainian authorities in the Donbass and their categorical refusal to comply with the Minsk agreements.
3. Erdogan noted that the crisis must be resolved through the Minsk agreements, his office said. At the same time, he noted that Turkey is ready to contribute to the establishment of peace.
4. Erdogan added that Ankara does not recognize Russia’s steps against the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Ukraine, and considers the military conflict unprofitable for anyone.
5. Putin expressed disappointment with the US and NATO response, which amounted to an attempt to ignore legitimate Russian concerns and demands.