Turkish President Erdogan emphasised Türkiye's commitment to peaceful bilateral relations but stressed that provocations would not go unanswered.
Turkish President Erdogan emphasised Türkiye's commitment to peaceful bilateral relations but stressed that provocations would not go unanswered.Erdogan reiterated that Türkiye’s intervention in Cyprus in 1974 was a peace operation aimed at stopping genocide and restoring order, in line with international law.
Commenting on recent remarks by Greek Defence Minister Nikos Dendias, calling Turks"occupiers," Erdogan said the comment"could not be more impudent," urging Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis to put Dendias"in his place." "Turkish military has a glorious past of not oppressing even its enemies and never violating the rights of the oppressed. It will continue to act with the same understanding today and in the future. They should know that in the countries where our soldiers set foot, peace reigns, not a culture of occupation.
Erdogan also revealed plans for a new Turkish gas production platform, likening it to a strategic base, and highlighted Türkiye's advancing energy independence.Reflecting on past embargoes, imposed on Türkiye during the peace operation, Erdogan expressed pride in Türkiye's self-sufficiency in defence technologies, from UAVs to advanced missile systems.
Erdogan expressed confidence that Türkiye would eventually prevail in its fight against terrorism, despite the challenges. He criticised Israel's continued aggression and attempts to widen the conflict in the Middle East, and called on the international community to take a firm stand against such actions.
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