(MENAFN) Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said that his country will soon receive S-400 anti-missile system in line with an agreement made with Russia.

Speaking at a graduation ceremony of non-commissioned officers in northwestern Balikesir province, Erdogan said Turkey needed to acquire the Russian S-400 anti-missile system and “will get them soon”.

Erdogan said Turkey is pursuing its own interests and struggling to reach its own goals “in the face of the efforts of those who try to shape both our country and our region according to their own agenda”.

“We do not regret our decisions,” he added.