Erdogan Calls for Immediate Resumption of US-Iran War Diplomacy

Summary

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has called for the immediate resumption of diplomacy to end the US-Iran war after meeting Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian in Antalya. Pezeshkian accused the United States and Israel of causing serious environmental damage during the attacks, while mediation efforts continue through Qatar, Pakistan and Turkey.

Key Points
  • Recep Tayyip Erdogan said diplomatic talks to end the US-Iran war should resume immediately after meeting Masoud Pezeshkian in Antalya.
  • Erdogan said Turkey would continue supporting efforts to bring the sides back to the negotiating table and restore peace.
  • Masoud Pezeshkian accused the United States and Israel of causing major environmental damage during the attacks on Iran.
  • Iran said it is ready to reopen the Strait of Hormuz if Washington meets demands including sanctions relief and the release of frozen assets.
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