Turkey 's President Recep Erdogan demanded an apology from Vice President Joe Biden . `` The Vice President made clear that the United States greatly values the commitments and sacrifices made by our Allies and partners from around the world to combat the scourge of ISIL , including Turkey . '' Erdogan was angered by comments Biden made . The Turkish leader said the vice president had insulted his country and called him a "terrorist" in remarks that were broadcast on state television. Erdogan told reporters Biden must apologize or he will be `` history to me ''
Turkey 's President Recep Erdogan demanded an apology from Vice President Joe Biden . Erdogan was angered by comments Biden made . The Turkish leader said the vice president had insulted his country and called him a "terrorist" in remarks that were broadcast on state television. Erdogan told reporters Biden must apologize or he will be `` history to me ''