Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Monday accused Israel of sabotaging ongoing efforts to end the war in the Middle East, while reaffirming Ankaraโs commitment to pursuing a ceasefire. Speaking after a weekly cabinet meeting in the capital Ankara, Erdogan said Israel has consistently undermined initiatives aimed at halting the conflict.
He stressed that Turkey remains determined to explore every opportunity for peace. โIf there is even the slightest chance to silence the weapons and open space for negotiations, we are making sincere efforts to seize it,โ he said. Moreover, Erdogan expressed hope that what he described as an unlawful and costly war would end soon.
Diplomatic push intensifies amid rising regional risks
Meanwhile, Erdogan warned that the prolonged conflict risks spreading across the region. As the war entered its 38th day, he noted that concerns about escalation remain unchanged. Therefore, Turkey has accelerated diplomatic engagement at multiple levels.
Erdogan said both he and senior ministers have increased outreach efforts to contain the crisis. In addition, Turkey has actively sought to mediate between parties, including through coordination with Pakistan and Egypt, to create pathways toward a negotiated settlement.
Key meetings signal continued engagement
At the same time, Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan held talks with US Ambassador Tom Barrack, who described the meeting as productive. He ะฟะพะดัะตัะบะฝัะป Turkeyโs importance in advancing US President Donald Trumpโs vision for regional stability.
Furthermore, Fidan spoke by phone with his Iranian counterpart to discuss the warโs trajectory and broader developments, signalling Ankaraโs continued diplomatic engagement.
