Turkey voices support for US-Iran diplomatic breakthrough Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan welcomed the announced agreement between the United States and Iran, expressing hope that it would help bring long-term stability to the region. In a post on X, Erdogan said, “I sincerely hope that this news, which the entire world has long needed, will pave the way for the establishment of a lasting environment of peace and security in our region.” Erdogan urged all parties to exercise restraint ahead of the formal signing of the agreement. He called on them to “avoid rhetoric, provocations, and actions that could escalate tensions in the period leading up to the signing of the agreement, and to remain vigilant against possible sabotage”.