Blinken and Erdogan met in Ankara

He said it was necessary for all parties to respect human rights and protect civilians, especially minorities.

The meeting focused on the Gaza conflict. Blinken and Erdogan called for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza, ensuring humanitarian access and avoiding harm to civilians.

Blinken and Erdogan agreed at the meeting to strengthen regional cooperation, particularly in energy and security issues.

The meeting was held as part of efforts to further strengthen relations between Turkey and the United States, but differences in the two countries' policies could affect bilateral relations.

At the same time, the current policies of the United States and Turkey are also facing public criticism. The US has been vetoing a UN resolution calling for a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip, while Turkey continues to trade oil and economic ties with Israel.