Turkey's PM in phone contacts with foreign leaders

Erdogan called Viktor Yanukovych, the winner of Ukraine's presidential election, and congratulated him on his victory, officials said.

Erdogan also talked with King Abdullah of Saudi Arabia and discussed regional issues.

Finally, Italian Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi telephoned Erdogan and informed him about his impressions after his recent visit to Israel and Palestine, officials added.

Anadolu news agency did not provide the details of the talks.

/World Bulletin/