Shoigu and Akar to discuss Syria in Ankara - media

Russia's Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu will make a visit to Ankara today upon the invitation of Turkish counterpart Hulusi Akar.

The ministers are expected to hold talks focused on the latest development in Syria, particularly in Idlib province, Daily Sabah reported.

The talks will take place ahead of the trilateral leader's summit between Turkey, Russia and Iran that will be held in Sochi on February 14.