Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has had a telephone conversation with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, with both leaders discussing bilateral relations, as well as regional and global developments, according to the Turkish Presidency.

“During the conversation, President Erdogan stated that due to the ongoing conflict in the region, the holiday was being observed with sadness, and that he believed the Iranian people would overcome these difficult times and attain safety and peace,” a statement reads.

Erdogan also notes that Turkiye is working together with allied countries to “ensure peace and stability, and that they will continue to provide every possible support for negotiations to achieve positive results”.