Turkish president, Iranian counterpart discuss US-Iran ceasefire, upcoming talks

Türkiye's President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Thursday spoke over the phone with his Iranian counterpart Masoud Pezeshkian and discussed the two-week temporary ceasefire between the US and Iran and regional security.

According to a Turkish Communications Directorate statement, Erdogan said Türkiye, together with other countries concerned, has made "intensive efforts" in the process leading to the ceasefire.

Upcoming talks between Tehran and Washington should be used fully to secure lasting peace and stability, he added.

Erdogan underlined the importance of "not giving opportunity to those who want to sabotage" the peace process, expressing Ankara's readiness to provide "all possible support in the new phase."

President Erdogan once again expressed his condolences and sorrow for the losses suffered by the brotherly people of Iran.

He stated that Türkiye’s aim is to establish a new climate of common sense and dialogue in the region.

Iran and the US announced a two-week ceasefire on Tuesday aimed at paving the way for a final agreement to end the war, which has left thousands dead and wounded since Feb. 28.

The first round of formal negotiations is likely to take place in Islamabad on Saturday.