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Putin congratulates Erdogan on disputed Turkey poll

Putin's congratulations followed Trump's and were in contrast with EU leaders who have been reserved in their reaction
This file photo shows Russian President Vladimir Putin (R) shaking hands with his Turkish counterpart Recep Tayyip Erdogan during their press conference in Konstantinovsky Palace outside Saint Petersburg (AFP)
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