Turkish President Condemns US, Israeli Strikes on Iran as Illegal

Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan denounced recent attacks on Iran by the United States and Israel as violations of international law. Speaking at a religious dinner in Ankara, Erdogan expressed solidarity with Iranian citizens and warned of regional risks.

ANKARA – Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan condemned recent strikes against Iran carried out by the United States and Israel, calling them a “clear violation” of international law during remarks made Monday.

The Turkish leader made his comments while addressing attendees at a Ramadan iftar dinner in the capital city of Ankara, where he also expressed that Turkey stands with the Iranian people during this difficult time.

Erdogan announced that Turkey plans to increase diplomatic engagement across all levels of government to help broker a ceasefire and restore stability to the region. He warned that allowing the current conflict to persist poses significant dangers that extend beyond the immediate area and could create global consequences that no nation is equipped to manage.

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