Erdoğan discusses Iran truce with US, Pakistan, Qatar leaders

ANKARA

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan held separate phone calls on April 8 with U.S. President Donald Trump, Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Qatar’s Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani to discuss the recently announced ceasefire with Iran and broader regional developments.

In his call with Trump, Erdoğan expressed satisfaction with the two-week truce, describing it as an important opportunity to move toward a permanent peace agreement, according to Türkiye’s Communications Directorate.

He stressed the need to use the period effectively and warned against actions that could undermine the process. Erdoğan also highlighted Türkiye’s intention to support ongoing diplomatic efforts with friendly countries, particularly Pakistan, aimed at achieving a resolution.

Trump announced the ceasefire on April 7, citing a “workable” 10-point proposal from Tehran, which included non-aggression guarantees, continued Iranian control over the Strait of Hormuz, uranium enrichment, lifting of sanctions, compensation to Iran and withdrawal of U.S. forces from the region.

During his call with Sharif, Erdoğan thanked Pakistan for mediating the ceasefire process and reiterated that the “two-week peace process should be used effectively,” emphasizing Türkiye’s contribution to lasting regional stability.

Sharif expressed appreciation for Ankara’s involvement, and the leaders’ exchanged views on the ongoing diplomatic efforts.

Erdoğan’s conversation with the Qatari emir also focused on the ceasefire and regional tensions, with Erdoğan calling the truce an “important opportunity” that “should not be wasted.” He conveyed well wishes following recent attacks on Qatar and acknowledged the country’s constructive stance during the process.

Regional tensions had escalated after U.S. and Israeli offensives against Iran starting Feb. 28, followed by Iranian drone and missile strikes targeting Israel, Jordan, Iraq and Gulf countries hosting American forces, and restrictions on transit through the Strait of Hormuz. Talks for a permanent end to the conflict are scheduled in Islamabad on April 11.