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Erdogan Hosts Syrian Leader, Criticizes Israel Amid Sanction Lift

5/25/2025

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Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan welcomed Syrian interim President Ahmed al-Sharaa in Istanbul, marking a pivotal moment after the U.S. and EU lifted sanctions on Syria. The leaders focused on enhancing ties and incorporating Kurdish forces into the Syrian military, while Erdogan fiercely criticized Israeli actions, reaffirming Turkey's commitment to supporting Syria's recovery.

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Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan welcomed Syrian interim President Ahmed al-Sharaa in Istanbul, marking a pivotal moment after the U.S. and EU lifted sanctions on Syria. The leaders focused on enhancing ties and incorporating Kurdish forces into the Syrian military, while Erdogan fiercely criticized Israeli actions, reaffirming Turkey's commitment to supporting Syria's recovery.