WASHINGTON (NNN-KUNA) -- The US argued here Friday the Israel and Turkey to refrain from actions that could contribute to tension between the two countries.State Department Spokeswoman Victoria Nuland told reporters "we are talking to both the Israelis and the Turks".
"We are urging both sides to refrain from rhetoric or actions that could be provocative, that could contribute to tensions," she stressed.
She indicated that Assistant Secretary of State Philip Gordon is going to meet with the Turkish Ambassador Namik Tan yesterday and that "we've also been talking to the Israelis".
She added "obviously, we would like to see both sides cool it and get back to a place where they can have a productive relationship".
Nuland affirmed "we support the right of free navigation, obviously. But we are concerned about any action that could be perceived as provocative that could escalate tensions".
"We want to see these two strong allies of the United States get along with each other and work together in support of regional peace and security. So that's the message we're giving both," she remarked. -- NNN-KUNA
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