The unprecedented U.S. strikes on Iranian soil put Türkiye on edge as Ankara already seeks a diplomatic solution to the conflict between Israel and Iran.
"As Türkiye, we have always drawn attention to the risk of the conflict that started with Israeli aggression in the region spreading and the destabilization of the security environment. The attack by the U.S. on Iran's nuclear facilities today (June 22) has maximized this risk," a statement issued by the Foreign Ministry said Sunday.
The statement came shortly after Iran’s foreign minister delivered a stern warning to the United States in Istanbul where he attended a summit of foreign ministers of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC).
"Türkiye is deeply concerned about the possible consequences of the U.S. attack on the nuclear facilities of the Islamic Republic of Iran. The ongoing developments could cause the regional conflict to escalate to a global level," the Turkish ministry added. "We do not want this catastrophic scenario to come to life.”
It also called on all parties involved to "act responsibly, mutually cease attacks immediately and avoid steps that could lead to further loss of life and destruction."
