As reported by the Kremlin press service and relayed by the Russian news agency TASS, the two leaders held a detailed exchange of views and expressed deep concern over the continuation of military-political confrontation in the Middle East. "It was emphasized that intense combat operations are leading to serious negative consequences not only at the regional but also at the global level, particularly in the spheres of energy, trade, and logistics," stated the official Kremlin release. During the conversation, Putin and Erdogan aligned their positions on the necessity of an urgent ceasefire in the Middle East. Both called for the achievement of peace agreements and arrangements that would respect the legitimate interests of all countries in the region. In addition to the Middle East crisis, a significant part of the talks was dedicated to security in the Black Sea basin. The two leaders emphasized the importance of coordinated measures in this region, with the Russian side accusing Ukrainian authorities of alleged attempts to attack gas pipeline infrastructure and merchant vessels. Vladimir Putin reportedly took the opportunity to thank the Turkish president for his continued readiness to assist and mediate in potential peace negotiations related to the war in Ukraine. At the end of the conversation, the leaders reaffirmed their commitment to bilateral cooperation, with a special focus on the unimpeded implementation of joint strategic projects in the energy sector.