It is not a process of bargaining or give-and-take. The peace process is not about giving concessions. We will not allow any step which would hurt the memories of our martyrs.
Recep Tayyip ErdoganThe knife in the hand of a murderer kills, but if you give it to a doctor he will heal with it.
Recep Tayyip ErdoganObviously some states are allowed to have weapons of mass destruction while others are not.
Recep Tayyip ErdoganThe relations between Russia and Turkey entered into a really positive stage. I am sure that steps we both take will widen our cooperation.
Recep Tayyip ErdoganI am against nuclear weapons, regardless of whether they are in the hands of Iran or Israel or any Western country. But obviously some states are allowed to have weapons of mass destruction while others are not.
Recep Tayyip ErdoganWhen we strengthen our relations with the Gulf states, when we cooperate with the Arabs, everybody asks if we are looking for a new geopolitical place. But in the Middle East and the Gulf, you can find German, French and British goods everywhere. German relations to these states are very good, as are English and French relations. Does this make them Arab-oriented?
Recep Tayyip Erdogan