Turkish, Lebanese presidents discuss bilateral ties, regional developments

By Merve Berker and Seyit Samil Kurt

ANKARA/ISTANBUL (AA) – Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and his Lebanese counterpart Joseph Aoun discussed bilateral relations and regional matters, Türkiye’s Communications Directorate said on Tuesday.

During a phone call, Erdogan emphasized Türkiye’s continued support for Lebanon’s stability and sovereignty, according to the statement.

He also noted that the two countries “have significant potential in the fields of trade and investment.”

Erdogan expressed Ankara’s readiness to contribute to international mechanisms that aim to enhance Lebanon’s security.

He further stated that Türkiye expects Lebanon to adopt a stance that protects the rights and interests of the Turkish Cypriots.

On regional developments, Erdogan reiterated the country's commitment to supporting positive transformations in Syria that could contribute to broader regional stability.

He also underscored Türkiye’s opposition to “Israel’s aggressive posture toward Lebanon,” the statement added.