Erdogan's Spokesman Responds to Putin Over Evacuation of Civilians From E Ghouta

According to Kalin, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan called for the evacuation of civilians from Eastern Ghouta about a month ago.


"Our first demand was to bring them to Turkey, but we were informed that they were taken to the south. This group had set off nearly a week ago after the demand was first made by our president. We didn't share this specifically since they did not come to Turkey. Because we expected that they would come to Turkey. But Mr. Putin has just announced it [that they were in Damascus]," Kalin said.

The official noted that issue was raised once again some 10 days ago, adding that Turkey was ready to take in civilians who needed medical treatment....etc
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