Europe Seeks To Maintain US Alliance Amid Iran War

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan engaged in diplomatic activity, speaking by phone with EU Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Iraqi Kurdistan Regional Government Prime Minister Masrour Barzani. This diplomatic push occurs amidst escalating tensions between the United States and Iran. Turkish President Erdoğan stated that Turkey is working to resolve the diplomatic crisis between the United States and Iran with affected countries. He said the need for increased dialogue and cooperation to address the region's security requirements. Prime Minister Erdoğan also met with Masrour Barzani, Chairman of the Kurdistan Region of Iraq, and expressed sadness over the targeting of Iraqi territories by the United States and Iran. Talks are continuing despite the ongoing war in Iran. A truce has started, according to a source.