Russian accounts commonly identify the Ottoman commander as Kadir Bey, while the Ottoman material consulted gives the fuller name Abdülkadir. Ushakov's initial report describes a courteous counterpart with whom decisions had been reached amicably. He asked the Russian envoy in Istanbul to communicate that appreciation to the Ottoman government. The letter expresses hope that this good beginning would continue and produce successful operations.
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Ushakov's favourable first impression of Abdülkadir Bey
Ushakov initially praised his Ottoman counterpart's courtesy and cooperation and wanted the Ottoman government to hear of that approval.