Turkey Offers Support to New Syrian Administration

Turkey is poised to offer substantial support to Syria's new administration in managing Islamic State camps, as articulated by Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan during a recent press conference in Ankara. Fidan expressed Turkey's readiness to share intelligence and provide operational assistance in combating terrorism, emphasizing the need for a unified approach against groups like the PKK and YPG, which Turkey classifies as terrorist organizations. Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shibani echoed this sentiment, asserting that the presence of U.S.-backed Syrian Democratic Forces in northern Syria is unjustified and that Syrian sovereignty must be upheld. Both ministers noted the importance of collaboration in addressing regional security threats and managing the remnants of Islamic State. Additionally, there are discussions regarding Turkey's military presence in Syria, suggesting a potential reevaluation depending on future conditions. This partnership marks a significant shift in Turkey's diplomatic engagement with Syria following the ousting of Bashar al-Assad.