Recep Tayyip Erdoğan told U.S. President Donald Trump during a phone call that he welcomed the extension of the ceasefire between the United States and Iran, according to a statement from the Turkish presidency.
The Turkish leader reportedly said he viewed the extension of the truce as a positive development and expressed confidence that contested issues between Washington and Tehran could be resolved through dialogue and diplomacy.
Turkey, a NATO member that shares a border with Iran, has been actively involved in diplomatic efforts aimed at reducing tensions in the region. Ankara has maintained close contact with Washington, Tehran, and mediators including Pakistan in an effort to help end the conflict and facilitate negotiations between the sides.
The conversation comes amid ongoing efforts to preserve the fragile ceasefire and prevent a renewed escalation in the Middle East. Earlier, Trump said negotiations with Iran were in their “final stages,” while also warning that military action remained possible if a peace agreement could not be reached.
The Turkish presidency added that Erdoğan believes a “reasonable solution” to the disputed matters is achievable if all parties continue to prioritize peace and regional stability.
