Turkey's Erdogan: Israel must not 'dynamite' US-Iran deal

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has issued a strong warning against allowing Israel to disrupt a potential deal between the United States and Iran, emphasizing the need for regional cooperation for lasting peace.

Speaking alongside Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif in Istanbul, Erdogan stated, "No solution that does not take strength from the will and contributions of regional countries can be lasting." He specifically criticized the "war-addicted Israeli government," accusing it of repeatedly attempting to undermine a US-Iran memorandum of understanding. "The current war-addicted Israeli government must not be allowed to drown our geography in the smell of gunpowder and blood again," he declared.

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No solution that does not take strength from the will and contributions of regional countries can be lasting.

Erdogan's remarks come as the US and Iran engaged in indirect talks in Qatar last week, facilitated by Qatar and Pakistan, aimed at advancing negotiations on the memorandum. This agreement reportedly includes a 60-day ceasefire, the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, and terms concerning Iran's nuclear program.

However, the fragile nature of the understanding was highlighted by recent tit-for-tat attacks between the US and Iran, with both sides debating the interpretation of the agreement. Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi indicated Tehran's intent to establish a "communication channel" with Washington to report alleged breaches of the memorandum, underscoring the ongoing tensions.

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The current war-addicted Israeli government must not be allowed to drown our geography in the smell of gunpowder and blood again.