Clashes in Syria’s Suwayda threaten regional security, President Erdogan tells Russia's Putin

By Asiye Latife Yilmaz

ISTANBUL (AA) - Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Friday told Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin that the clashes following Syrian forces’ withdrawal from Suwayda pose a threat to the entire region.

In a phone call, the two leaders discussed bilateral ties as well as regional and global issues, according to Türkiye's Communications Directorate on X.

Erdogan said Türkiye aims to ensure stability and security in Syria and support the country’s recovery, emphasizing that it is important that Israel does not violate Syria's sovereignty.

Stressing the importance of initiating the third round of negotiations between Russia and Ukraine, Erdogan said that Türkiye will continue to host the peace talks in Istanbul as soon as the parties agree on dates.