Head of Communications Duran said, “Türkiye stands firmly against any act that threatens the lives of civilians and violates international law. It is crucial that common sense and reason prevail, that an immediate ceasefire be secured, and that space for diplomacy be created." The Presidency's Head of Communications, Burhanettin Duran, delivered remarks at the opening of the "Memory and Truth: February 28 and Disinformation Panel", organised by the Directorate of Communications. At the beginning of his speech, Head of Communications Duran referred to the process directly affecting Türkiye and the region,...
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President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan spoke by phone with President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen. The call addressed the attacks carried out against Iran and the ensuing conflicts. President Erdoğan stated that Türkiye calls on all parties to return to diplomacy and negotiations, and that it stands ready to provide every kind of support for the peace process. President Erdoğan also emphasized the importance of the continuation of the close coordination between Türkiye and the EU during this process.
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan shared a message of condolence on his NSosyal account for the Supreme Leader of Iran, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was killed in the U.S.–Israeli attacks. In the message, President Erdoğan expressed his sorrow over the death of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, the religious leader of neighbouring Iran, in the attacks that took place yesterday. President Erdoğan noted the following: "I extend my condolences to the brotherly people of Iran, convey my sympathies on behalf of my country and nation, and wish Allah's mercy upon Khamenei. As Türkiye, we will firmly...
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan spoke by phone with Kuwait Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al Sabah. During the call, President Erdoğan expressed his sorrow over the attacks on Kuwait and conveyed his condolences. Noting that resolving issues through diplomacy and negotiations is the most rational option, President Erdoğan stressed that Türkiye will continue to do its utmost in order for an environment of peace to be established swiftly.
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan spoke by phone with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman of Saudi Arabia. Expressing his sympathies for the attacks on Saudi Arabia, President Erdoğan addressed the latest situation. President Erdoğan shared his concern that the conflicts will have severe repercussions in terms of regional and global security unless necessary intervention is made. Stressing that Türkiye and Saudi Arabia are carrying out significant works in order for disagreements to be solved through dialogue, President Erdoğan noted that giving diplomacy a chance is the most rational way.
The Presidency’s Head of Communications, Burhanettin Duran, announced that President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan held a telephone conversation with President Donald Trump of the United States of America. In a statement shared on his NSosyal account, Head of Communications Duran made the following remarks: "President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan spoke by phone with President Donald J. Trump of the United States of America. During the call, the latest situation and current developments in Iran and the Gulf states were discussed."
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan spoke by phone with President of the United Arab Emirates Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. During the call, President Erdoğan expressed his condolences regarding the attacks on the UAE. President Erdoğan also discussed the latest developments in the region with President Al Nahyan.
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan spoke by phone with Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani of Qatar. During the call, President Erdoğan conveyed his sympathies following the recent attacks. President Erdoğan also received information from Al Thani regarding the latest developments in Qatar.
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan issued a statement on his NSosyal account, condemning the attacks against Iran and calling for diplomacy and a ceasefire to prevent the region from being dragged into a wider conflict. In his message, President Erdoğan said: "As Türkiye, while we strive during these blessed days for peace, stability and tranquility to prevail in our region and across the Islamic world, we are deeply saddened and concerned by the U.S.–Israeli attacks launched against our neighbour Iran as a result of Netanyahu’s provocations. I have held telephone conversations...