Amid the ongoing conflict involving Iran, Israel, and regional tensions, Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, President of Turkey, has publicly voiced support for Iran and called for unity among Muslims.

Addressing lawmakers of his ruling party in Ankara, Erdoğan said the conflict must stop before it escalates further and threatens global stability.

“We Are All Muslims”

During his speech, Erdoğan emphasized religious unity rather than sectarian divisions.

He said:

“I am neither Sunni nor are they Shia. We are all Muslims. This is the time to support each other and stop the war. If this does not happen, the whole world will burn.”

The Turkish president added that he would not remain silent during the crisis and would continue to speak out in efforts to prevent further escalation.

Call for Diplomacy

According to Turkish media outlet Daily Sabah, Erdoğan blamed the start of the conflict on Israel and urged diplomatic efforts to resolve the crisis.

He said if the United States prioritizes diplomacy, there is still a chance to halt the war, adding that Turkey is willing to play an active mediation role.

Israel’s Concerns About Turkey

Meanwhile, former Israeli Prime Minister Naftali Bennett has expressed concerns about Turkey’s regional policies.

Bennett claimed Turkey is moving closer to Iran’s geopolitical approach and alleged that a Sunni bloc including Hamas, Qatar, and Syria could be forming against Israel.

Secret Briefing for Turkish Lawmakers

Reports from local Turkish sources indicate that lawmakers were given a closed-door briefing during the meeting.

Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan and another senior minister reportedly delivered 30-minute presentations explaining Turkey’s strategy to handle the crisis and its diplomatic approach.

Comparing Iran and Gaza Casualties

During the session, the Speaker of the Turkish Parliament compared civilian deaths in Iran with those seen in Gaza Strip, stating that innocent people were being killed and that remaining silent in such circumstances would be wrong.