When the U.S. asks for the extradition of a terrorist, if Turkey doesn't have that individual on the terror list, what do we say, what do we respond? Now, the individual might not be on your terror list or terrorist list. But if he is on my list, and if we have an agreement on the extradition of criminals, if I make the request, then, well, you should extradite that person. And there has been numerous examples of that mechanism working with many other nations as well, not just the U.S.
Recep Tayyip ErdoganIf nuclear energy is used for the sake of humanity, then I say yes. But if it is used destructively, then no.
Recep Tayyip ErdoganA confidence problem exists on the part of the people of the region who desire democratic rule in principle, but remain suspicious of both the fashion with which democratization is presented and the purposes of the democratic world.
Recep Tayyip ErdoganIf the nuclear program is indeed meant only for civil purposes, then it is wrong to impose sanctions.
Recep Tayyip Erdogan