Turkish president urges global support for cease-fire in Gaza
- Türkiye
- Anadolu Agency
- Published Date: 08:47 | 21 October 2023
- Modified Date: 08:49 | 21 October 2023
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan on Saturday spoke over the phone with his Ugandan counterpart Yoweri Museveni and emphasized the importance of international support for a cease-fire in Gaza.
"The call addressed the developments within the framework of the Israel-Palestine conflict and steps that could be taken to restore peace in the region," Türkiye's Communications Directorate said on X.
"Stating that all states should raise their voices for a ceasefire to be established in Gaza as soon as possible, President Erdoğan said that the clashes have become a menace to world peace," it added.
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