Turkey urges Russia, U.S. to exercise restraint amid tension in Syria – Defence Minister

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Turkey urged Russia and the U. S. to exercise restraint amid media reports about the possible U.S. strike on Syria in response to the alleged chemical attack in the city of Duma,

Russian President Vladimir Putin and U.S. President- Donald Trump

Turkish Defence Minister Nurettin Canikli said Wednesday.

On Saturday, reports emerged alleging that the Syrian government forces used chlorine in an attack in Duma killing up to 70 people.

The U.S. blamed Damascus for the alleged chemical weapons use and said that it was considering all potential options in response to it.

“If the Syrian troops backed by Russia confront the US-backed forces, Russia will not be able to stay away …

“As a result, a serious clash may occur. This threat has been present for a long time, and will continue to exist, which means that one spark may ignite the entire region.

“Both Russia and the U.S. are in…



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