US President Donald Trump has expressed the hope that differences between US and Turkey over purchase of the Russian S-400 missile systems would be resolved soon.

Speaking at a news conference along with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan in Washington, he said the US-Turkish alliance can be a powerful force for security and stability not only in the Middle East but beyond it.  

He said we encourage Turkey to further open its market goods and services and ensure a level playing field for our trade relationship.

President Trump said his meeting with Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan was a wonderful and very productive.

Speaking on the occasion, the Turkish President said the challenges can be overcome solely through dialogue, stressing that Ankara is committed to opening a new page with the US in line with their bilateral alliance.

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