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Türkiye’s Center for Combating Disinformation has issued a firm rebuttal to allegations that the Syrian army released Daesh terrorists with Turkish support, calling the claims entirely baseless. The government body emphasized Türkiye's role as the country that has inflicted the most significant blows on Daesh in the region.The Syrian Army has established full control over the strategic al-Tabqah district in Raqqa province, following the expulsion of YPG/SDF forces. In a related development, Syria’s Defense Ministry reported that hundreds of militants have contacted authorities to surrender, with over 180 already turning themselves in, indicating potential fractures within the group.The Syrian Army has established full control over the strategic al-Tabqah district in Raqqa province, following the expulsion of YPG/SDF forces. In a related development, Syria’s Defense Ministry reported that hundreds of militants have contacted authorities to surrender, with over 180 already turning themselves in, indicating potential fractures within the group.US President Donald Trump has formally invited Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan to join as a founding member of the new international "Board of Peace for Gaza." Greek Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis announced intentions to extend the country's territorial waters and establish a second marine park in the Aegean. He criticized Türkiye's "Blue Homeland" doctrine as expansionist while affirming a commitment to continued dialogue.

Türkiye’s Center for Combating Disinformation has issued a firm rebuttal to allegations that the Syrian army released Daesh terrorists with Turkish support, calling the claims entirely baseless. The government body emphasized Türkiye's role as the country that has inflicted the most significant blows on Daesh in the region.The Syrian Army has established full control over the strategic al-Tabqah district in Raqqa province, following the expulsion of YPG/SDF forces. In a related development, Syria’s Defense Ministry reported that hundreds of militants have contacted authorities to surrender, with over 180 already turning themselves in, indicating potential fractures within the group.The Syrian Army has established full control over the strategic al-Tabqah district in Raqqa province, following the expulsion of YPG/SDF forces. In a related development, Syria’s Defense Ministry reported that hundreds of militants have contacted authorities to surrender, with over 180 already turning themselves in, indicating potential fractures within the group.US President Donald Trump has formally invited Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan to join as a founding member of the new international "Board of Peace for Gaza." Greek Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis announced intentions to extend the country's territorial waters and establish a second marine park in the Aegean. He criticized Türkiye's "Blue Homeland" doctrine as expansionist while affirming a commitment to continued dialogue.

Turkish Foreign Minister holds calls with Egyptian, Saudi, Jordanian counterparts on Gaza, regional issues

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Turkish Foreign Minister holds calls with Egyptian, Saudi, Jordanian counterparts on Gaza, regional issues

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Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan held separate phone conversations on Monday with his counterparts from Egypt, Saudi Arabia, and Jordan, discussing the situation in Gaza and recent regional developments.

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan engaged in a series of diplomatic calls on Monday with the foreign ministers of Egypt, Saudi Arabia, and Jordan. According to diplomatic sources, the conversations focused on the ongoing crisis in Gaza as well as broader regional developments, reflecting continued coordination among key Middle Eastern capitals amid escalating tensions.

Strengthening Regional Dialogue

The calls with Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty, Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud, and Jordanian Foreign Minister Ayman Safadi underscore Türkiye’s active diplomatic outreach in the Arab world. Gaza remains a central concern, with discussions likely addressing humanitarian access, ceasefire efforts, and political pathways amid persistent violence and a worsening humanitarian situation.

Context of Evolving Regional Diplomacy

The consultations occur against a backdrop of shifting alliances and heightened regional volatility, including U.S. military involvement in Venezuela, continued Israeli operations in Gaza, and increasing great-power competition in the Eastern Mediterranean and the Gulf. Türkiye has been deepening its diplomatic and economic ties with several Arab states in recent years, moving past earlier tensions and seeking a more influential role in regional crisis management.

Implications for Multilateral Coordination

The calls suggest ongoing efforts to align positions ahead of potential multilateral initiatives, including Arab League engagements or UN-led diplomacy. They also highlight Ankara’s strategy of maintaining open channels with both U.S. allies and regional powers that have at times held differing views on conflicts such as Syria and Libya. How these consultations translate into coordinated policy or mediation initiatives will be closely watched, particularly regarding Gaza reconstruction and long-term ceasefire arrangements.

Titles :Egypt Hakan Fidan Jordan Saudi Arabia Türkiye

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