"The two ministers discussed the coup attempt which failed in Turkey. Mevlut Cavusoglu has confirmed that civilian authorities regained the control over the situation. Jean-Marc Ayrault wished that Turkish democracy emerged from this trial stronger and that fundamental freedoms to be fully respected," French foreign ministry said in its statement.
Cavusoglu in return expressed condolences over recent terrorist attack in Nice and two ministers reiterated their country's commitment to fight terrorism.
The coup attempt was suppressed by early Saturday, with Turkish Prime Minister Binali Yildirim stating that all coup supporters were identified and would be apprehended as the country was returning to normal life.
Over 180 people were killed and 1,470 were injured during the events, while nearly 3,000 people have already been detained, according to the prime minister.