Turkey Will Not Abandon Russian Energy Under U.S. Pressure

Turkey is unlikely to abandon Russian energy supplies despite pressure from the United States, but it will seek to diversify its sources. This was reported by RIA Novosti.

Earlier, U.S. President Donald Trump expressed confidence that Ankara would stop purchasing Russian oil. His discussions with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan took place in Washington.

Commenting on the possibility of halting imports of Russian energy resources at the request of Washington, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov stated that Moscow respects Turkey's position and is confident that Ankara will act in accordance with its national interests.