Erdogan Says Türkiye Will Not Allow Syria to Be Divided

President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said on Thursday Türkiye will not allow Syria to be divided or its multicultural structure and territorial integrity harmed, after Israel's actions sought to "sabotage" a ceasefire in the country.

Speaking after a cabinet meeting, he said Israel's actions show it does not want peace.

Earlier, Erdogan and Syrian leader Ahmed al-Sharaa discussed Israel's attacks on Damascus in a phone call, Türkiye's presidency said, adding Erdogan had voiced support for Damascus.

The presidency said Erdogan told Sharaa that Israel's attacks were unacceptable and a threat to the entire region, and Ankara welcomed a ceasefire reached with Syria's Druze.

Sharaa thanked Erdogan for Türkiye's support in protecting Syria's territorial integrity and sovereignty, it added.

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