Turkish president hopes for better relationship with new US president

Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan expressed his hope that the new U.S. president would foster improved relations, as Ankara has faced disappointment from both Republican and Democratic administrations in the past, according to reports from broadcaster Haberturk and others on Thursday.

The upcoming U.S. elections in November will feature a contest between Republican Donald Trump and Democrat Kamala Harris, who currently serves as Vice President. During his time in office, Trump enacted sanctions against Turkey due to its acquisition of Russian defense systems.

While speaking to Turkish journalists in New York prior to his departure from the U.N. General Assembly, Erdogan reiterated Turkey’s desire to be compensated for the funds it invested in F-35 fighter jets after being expelled from the program because of its Russian purchases.

Erdogan remarked, “My hope is that whoever takes office does not lead us to regret the departure of the current administration. We have all faced disappointment from both parties.”