President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan said that Israel's ongoing attacks on countries in the region have damaged security and stability in the Middle East. He stressed that the attacks on Syria and Lebanon have now reached a level that directly concerns Turkey as well.
Speaking at the Justice and Development Party's parliamentary group meeting in Ankara, Erdoğan expressed Turkey's opposition to attempts to create new facts on the ground in neighboring countries. He stated that the security of Syria and Lebanon is closely linked to the security and stability of the region.
Focus on Gaza, Syria, and Lebanon
Erdoğan said that the events in Gaza, Syria, and Lebanon pose a threat that goes beyond regional borders and have become a situation affecting humanity as a whole. He called on the international community to stop Israel's violations and prevent similar tragedies from recurring.
In his speech, Erdoğan also noted that international silence encourages further tension, making stability even more fragile. He emphasized that Turkey will not remain indifferent to any targeting attempts against Syria and Lebanon.
Turkey's Security Concerns
Erdoğan's message highlighted that developments near Turkey's southern border are not only part of the security agenda of neighboring countries but also a priority for Ankara. The speech drew attention to the impact of developments in Syria and Lebanon on regional balances.
He also pointed out that the ongoing attacks in the region create not only a political crisis but also a humanitarian threat. Erdoğan conveyed that Turkey's approach is based on respecting the sovereignty of neighboring countries and maintaining regional stability.
