Ankara: Trkiye's National Security Council has urged a return to negotiations between Iran and the US, warning that renewed fighting could spread to regional countries and disrupt global trade routes. Thursday's call came in a statement issued after the council's meeting chaired by President Recep Tayyip Erdogan at the Presidential Complex in Ankara.
According to TRTworld.com, "The risks and threats posed by the renewed conflict between Iran and the US spreading to regional countries and global trade routes were highlighted, and all parties were called on to refrain from the use of force and return to negotiations aimed at establishing lasting peace," the statement read. The council emphasized the importance of diplomacy in resolving tensions and preventing escalation in the region.
The council also reviewed progress towards the goals of a "Terror-Free Trkiye" and a "terror-free region." The statement noted that consultations were held on the next phases of efforts that constitute a historic milestone in ensuring the security, stability, and prosperity of Trkiye. This indicates Trkiye's ongoing commitment to counter-terrorism and regional stability.
Additionally, the statement highlighted concerns regarding the Israeli administration's actions. It stressed that "the international community should take a clear and uncompromising stance" against what it described as continued provocative attacks targeting holy sites in Palestine. This call underscores Trkiye's stance on the importance of safeguarding religious sites and promoting peace in the region.