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Erdogan says Turkey working to extend Iran ceasefire, continue talks

From The Straits Times · (1d ago) English

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TLDR

  • Turkey is working to extend a ceasefire between the U.S. and Iran and ease tensions, President Tayyip Erdogan said.
  • Erdogan expressed hope for continued negotiations despite stumbling blocks, noting Israel's attacks in Lebanon harm peace hopes.
  • Turkey, a neighbor of Iran, is in close contact with the U.S., Iran, and Pakistan, advocating for an end to the war.

From Ankara, we observe the delicate dance of diplomacy unfolding, with Turkey playing a crucial role in navigating the complex relationship between the U.S. and Iran. President Erdogan's statements highlight our nation's commitment to fostering peace and stability in a volatile region. As a neighbor to Iran, Turkey understands the intricate dynamics at play and has consistently called for an end to the conflict, which it deems unjustified.

We are conveying the necessary suggestions and carrying out initiatives to ease tensions, extend the ceasefire, and maintain talks. There can be no negotiating with clenched fists.

— Tayyip ErdoganTurkish President Tayyip Erdogan speaking to lawmakers in parliament about Turkey's efforts to mediate between the U.S. and Iran.

Our efforts to extend the ceasefire and facilitate dialogue are driven by a deep-seated belief in the power of negotiation. While acknowledging the "road bumps" on the nuclear issue and the renewed tensions in the Strait of Hormuz, President Erdogan's message is one of persistent hope. He emphasizes that progress is possible when parties approach talks with a willingness to compromise, stating, "There can be no negotiating with clenched fists."

Statements by the sides show that, while the negotiation table has not been toppled, they have reached a road bump on the nuclear issue.

— Tayyip ErdoganTurkish President Tayyip Erdogan commenting on the state of negotiations between the U.S. and Iran.

Turkey's proactive engagement, in close coordination with the U.S., Iran, and mediator Pakistan, underscores our strategic importance in regional security. The upcoming meeting of foreign ministers from Turkey, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Egypt in Antalya further solidifies our position as a key facilitator of dialogue. We believe that by focusing on the benefits of peace and adopting a long-term perspective, even the most complicated issues can be resolved. This is not merely about mediating a dispute; it is about upholding our responsibility as a regional power committed to a peaceful and prosperous future for all.

There may be difficulties and complicated issues that will take a long time to solve, but when the focus is on the benefits of peace, and action is taken with a long-term perspective, the majority of these can be resolved.

— Tayyip ErdoganTurkish President Tayyip Erdogan expressing optimism about resolving complex issues through peaceful means.
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