National Security Council Vows Continued Counterterrorism, Regional Stability

The National Security Council convened under President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan at the Presidential Complex for a three-and-a-half-hour session. The council reviewed domestic and cross-border operations against the PKK, FETÖ, and ISIS, reaffirming the "Terror-Free Türkiye and Terror-Free Region" objectives.

Regarding Syria, the council emphasized support for the country's territorial integrity and the extension of state authority nationwide. It welcomed positive steps in the integration process and pledged continued support for the Syrian people.

“"Terror-Free Türkiye and Terror-Free Region goals will continue with determination."”

On Iraq, the council stressed the critical importance of Iraqi stability for regional security. It expressed satisfaction with Baghdad's efforts to strengthen sovereignty and confirmed the commitment to advance strategic cooperation.

The communiqué warned that the cycle of conflict involving the U.S., Israel, and Iran fuels regional fragility. It called on all parties to return to negotiations and urged the international community to take concrete steps against Israeli attacks in Gaza and Lebanon.

The council also addressed the Russia-Ukraine war, highlighting risks from attacks on civilian infrastructure and urging restraint and a ceasefire. Rising tensions in Yemen were flagged as a threat to regional security requiring urgent calm.