Türkiye warns U.S. strike on Iran risks global escalation

Türkiye has voiced strong concern following the United States’ strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities, warning that the action could dangerously escalate the conflict and trigger a global crisis.

In a statement issued Sunday, the Turkish Foreign Ministry said:

“As Türkiye, we have consistently warned about the risk of the conflict, sparked by Israeli aggression, spreading throughout the region and destabilizing the security environment. The US attack carried out today on Iran’s nuclear facilities has elevated that risk to its highest level.”

The ministry called on all parties to exercise restraint and immediately halt hostilities.

“The current developments could escalate the regional conflict into a global one. We do not want to see this catastrophic scenario materialize,” it added.

Ankara stressed that the dispute over Iran’s nuclear program must be resolved through diplomacy, not force, and urged the international community to support negotiations.

“The only way to resolve the dispute over Iran’s nuclear program is through negotiations. Türkiye stands ready to fulfill its responsibilities and contribute constructively,” the ministry said.

The statement followed U.S. President Donald Trump’s announcement that American forces had conducted “very successful” airstrikes on three Iranian nuclear sites, including the underground Fordow facility, using bunker-buster bombs and cruise missiles.

In response, Iran has called for an emergency meeting of the UN Security Council, condemning the US strikes as aggression and a violation of international law.

Hostilities began on June 13 when Israel launched airstrikes on Iranian military and nuclear sites. Iran responded with retaliatory missile attacks. Israeli officials report at least 25 people have died and hundreds have been injured. Iran's Health Ministry says 430 people have been killed and over 3,500 wounded.

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