Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan urges U.S. President Donald Trump in a phone call to pursue talks with Iran to help de-escalate tensions between the two countries, according to a statement from Turkey’s presidency. Erdogan also offers Ankara’s support for peace efforts.
Turkey, which borders Iran and has NATO’s second-largest military, has repeatedly called for an end to the war. Multiple outlets say Turkey maintains contact with the United States, Iran, and mediators such as Pakistan and Qatar, and has sought to act as an intermediary.
The reports also note that Turkey has criticized both the United States and Israel for actions linked to the conflict, while it condemns Iranian attacks on Gulf states. One outlet adds that Erdogan calls for the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, tying the de-escalation effort to concerns about regional security and shipping. Overall coverage centers on Erdogan’s diplomatic message and Turkey’s positioning as a facilitator of dialogue.
