Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan says Türkiye is ready to help reduce tensions between Iran and the United States.
Erdogan made the offer during a phone call with US President Donald Trump.
He urged Trump to keep diplomatic efforts alive.
The Turkish president also stressed the need to use diplomacy to reduce tensions between Washington and Tehran.
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He said talks between Iran and the United States should continue.
Erdogan also expressed Türkiye’s support for peace efforts.
Ankara has already taken part in regional efforts to reduce tensions.
Türkiye has also worked with other countries to support diplomatic contacts between the two sides.
Turkey Ready to Support Peace Efforts
Erdogan said Türkiye is ready to play a role in the peace process.
He also offered Ankara’s support for efforts to reduce the risk of further conflict.
The Turkish president has called for a diplomatic solution as tensions between Iran and the US remain high.
The latest call came as efforts between Washington and Tehran faced serious difficulties.
Iran-US Talks Remain Difficult
US and Iranian officials have continued contacts despite major disagreements.
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However, the two sides have not reached a new agreement.
The dispute has also increased tensions around the Strait of Hormuz.
Iran has demanded changes to the current arrangements.
The United States has also maintained pressure on Tehran.
Recent reports say the two sides remain far apart on key issues.
Jared Kushner Says Talks Are Continuing
US President Donald Trump’s envoy Jared Kushner has also spoken about diplomatic efforts in the region.
Kushner has been involved in Trump’s wider Middle East diplomacy.
Recent reports say he has held talks with regional leaders as the United States seeks progress on several issues.
His diplomatic work comes as Washington continues efforts to find a way forward with Iran.
Turkey Wants Tensions to Decrease
Türkiye shares a border with Iran.
It also has close ties with the United States as a NATO member.
This gives Ankara an important position in regional diplomacy.
Erdogan has therefore offered Türkiye as a possible channel for dialogue.
He has also stressed that military action cannot replace diplomacy.
No Agreement Reached Yet
Despite continued diplomatic contacts, Iran and the United States have not reached a new agreement.
Both sides remain divided over major issues.
The situation has also created wider risks for the Middle East.
Türkiye, Qatar and Pakistan have all supported efforts to reduce tensions in the region.
Erdogan’s latest call shows that Ankara wants diplomacy to remain open.
For now, the success of those efforts will depend on whether Washington and Tehran can overcome their differences.
