Politics
Erdogan urges diplomacy with Iran, prioritizes Gaza at Turkic summit
October 30, 2026 at 11:58 AM
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan opened the 13th Organization of Turkic States summit in Ankara, calling for a diplomatic path on Iran and prioritizing Gaza.
- Erdogan urged efforts toward a just solution for Palestine and securing humanitarian aid and reconstruction in Gaza, reaffirming Turkey's support for a Palestinian state on 1967 borders.
- Erdogan said the region's conflicts benefit no party and warned of their wide impact on the global economy, trade, and energy markets.
- Erdogan said the organization would prepare a joint action plan on artificial intelligence and digital development and hoped for Turkmenistan's full membership.