Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has publicly condemned Israel’s recent military actions against Iran, labeling the strikes as a “clear provocation” that threatens to destabilize the Middle East.

In a statement reported by multiple sources, including posts on X, Erdogan accused Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s government of attempting to drag the region into a broader conflict, urging the international community to intervene swiftly to prevent further escalation.

Erdogan’s remarks come amid heightened tensions in the region following Israel’s reported attack on Iranian targets, which some sources suggest included nuclear facilities aimed at thwarting Tehran’s atomic ambitions.

The Turkish leader expressed solidarity with Iran, a neighboring country, and described the Israeli actions as a violation of international law and diplomacy.

“Israel’s attacks on our neighbor Iran are a clear provocation that disregards international law,” Erdogan stated, according to posts on X from June 13, 2025. He further warned that such actions risk plunging the region into “deeper chaos.”

This condemnation aligns with Erdogan’s longstanding criticism of Israel’s policies, particularly its military operations in Gaza and Lebanon.

Over the past year, Turkey has taken a firm stance against Israel, halting all trade with the country and applying to join a genocide case against Israel at the World Court, which Israel has rejected.

Erdogan’s rhetoric has also included comparisons of Netanyahu to historical figures like Adolf Hitler, a point that has drawn sharp rebukes from Israeli officials.

For instance, in response to similar remarks, Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar called Erdogan an “antisemite” and a “danger to the region,” according to a March 31, 2025, report by Fox News.