Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has called on US President-elect Donald Trump to fulfill his campaign promise to stop Israel’s military actions in Gaza and Lebanon. Speaking during a press briefing on a trip to Hungary, Erdogan emphasized that Trump could play a pivotal role in halting Israeli aggression by cutting off arms shipments to Israel.
Erdogan expressed concerns over the continuation of policies under President Joe Biden, which he believes have worsened the deadlock in the region. He hopes Trump’s approach will bring a different direction to the ongoing conflict.
Following Trump’s election victory, Erdogan congratulated the former president and held a phone conversation with him, where they discussed cooperation between Turkey and the US. Erdogan has expressed his optimism about the potential for a closer relationship between Turkey and the US under Trump’s second term, citing past instances of collaboration, such as during the 2019 Syrian operation and when Trump eased sanctions on Turkey after its purchase of Russian S-400 defense systems.
As tensions continue in the Middle East, Erdogan’s plea to Trump to honor his promise adds to the broader international calls for peace and a shift in policy regarding the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Many see cutting military support to Israel as an essential step toward bringing lasting peace to the region.
Trump’s Influence on Middle East Policy
Trump’s stance on Israel and his role in the broader Middle East conflicts will be closely watched as he prepares for his potential return to office. Erdogan’s appeal highlights the geopolitical importance of the US-Turkey relationship and its influence on the ongoing conflicts involving Israel. The world is awaiting to see if the former president will honor his pledge and alter the course of the region’s tumultuous future.
As the situation evolves, global leaders continue to call for actions that support long-term peace, with many looking to the US and its next administration for the necessary change in policy. The decision to cut arms shipments to Israel could mark a significant turning point in the conflict, potentially reshaping diplomatic relations in the Middle East.
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