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Turkey's Erdogan Calls for Stability Amid Rising Tensions

12/25/2025

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Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said Turkey seeks peace and stability with neighbors amid rising tensions with Israel, Greece, and Cyprus, while speaking at a naval ceremony in Istanbul.
He emphasized Turkey's commitment to defending its rights and maritime claims.
His remarks precede a trilateral summit in Jerusalem on security cooperation among Israel, Greece, and Cyprus.
Turkey's Blue Homeland doctrine has raised concerns from Greece and Cyprus about sovereignty.

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Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said Turkey seeks peace and stability with neighbors amid rising tensions with Israel, Greece, and Cyprus, while speaking at a naval ceremony in Istanbul.
He emphasized Turkey's commitment to defending its rights and maritime claims.
His remarks precede a trilateral summit in Jerusalem on security cooperation among Israel, Greece, and Cyprus.
Turkey's Blue Homeland doctrine has raised concerns from Greece and Cyprus about sovereignty.