Interfax: Russian Chief of Staff warns his Turkish counterpart

Interfax reported that Russian Chief of Staff Valeri Gerasimov warned his Turkish counterpart Hulusi Akar that Euphrates Shield operation would create political and military crises for Turkey.

Interfax reported that during his recent visit to Ankara, Russian Chief of Staff Valeri Gerasimov warned his Turkish counterpart Hulusi Akar, described the Turkish operation Euphrates Shield 'illegal,' and said that the operation would create political and military crises for Turkey if it lasts too long or expands its scope.

The meeting between the two officials had taken place on September 16, and was widely by the Russian media despite the Turkish media’s persistant lack of coverage.