Turkish President Erdogan Holds Diplomatic Talks Amid Middle East Tensions
**Istanbul:** Turkish President **Recep Tayyip Erdoğan** engaged in diplomatic discussions with leaders from the U.S., Europe, and the Middle East amid escalating regional tensions. During the talks, the leaders exchanged views on the current situation in the Middle East.
According to Turkish media, President Erdoğan spoke with U.S. President Donald Trump, emphasizing the importance of resolving issues with Iran through dialogue rather than war. He also held talks with Saudi Crown Prince **Mohammed bin Salman**, stressing that rising tensions could negatively affect all countries in the region and calling for serious diplomatic intervention. Turkey and Saudi Arabia agreed to expedite diplomatic efforts.
President Erdoğan also expressed solidarity with the Emir of Qatar over Iranian attacks and held discussions with the UAE President and Crown Prince, the President of the European Commission, and the Emir of Kuwait, highlighting coordinated efforts to reduce regional tensions.
