Turkish President Gül invites Iraqi President Talabani to Turkey for treatment

BAGHDAD - Anatolia News Agency

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Turkish President Abdullah Gül has extended an invitation to his Iraqi counterpart, Jalal Talabani, to seek medical treatment in Turkey, Anatolia news agency reported today.

In a written statement released Wednesday, the Iraqi Presidency stated President Gül had sent a message to Talabani wishing him a speedy recovery and inviting him to Turkey for treatment.

“My dear brother, Mr. President, I learned yesterday with sadness about your urgent rush to a hospital for treatment. I do hope that you are well. I wish you a speedy recovery. If you wish, you can continue receiving medical treatment in Turkey. I want to reiterate that we are ready to make all preparations in case you decide to come to Turkey for medical treatment,” Gül said in his message.