Erdogan threatens US with fracture alliance

washington/ankara - In the conflict with the United States, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan threatens the NATO partner with a break. If the Americans remain so disrespectful, then his government will 'seek new friends and allies.' Erdogan gave that warning in a sent contribution in the New York Times.

The resentment between the US and Turkey has serious consequences for the Turkish economy. The national currency lira is becoming less and less valuable compared to the dollar and the euro. Spiritual leaders are the center of the dispute. Washington demands the release of Reverend Andrew Brunson, who is suspected of terrorist activity in Turkey and is under house arrest.

'Shame, shame. They prefer a pastor over a NATO strategic partner, 'Erdogan cracked at a party meeting in Rize on the Black Sea Saturday.