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Blinken to visit Ankara for talks on Syria: Türkiye Today sources

Blinken to visit Ankara for talks on Syria: Türkiye Today sources US Secretary of State Antony Blinken (L) shakes hands with Turkish's Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan (R) during a NATO (North Atlantic Treaty Oganization) Foreign Ministers' meeting at the NATO headquarters in Brussels, on December 4, 2024. (AFP Photo)
By Newsroom
Dec 11, 2024 10:33 AM

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken is set to visit Türkiye’s capital, Ankara, on Thursday or Friday, for talks on Syria and potential steps toward resolving hostilities between U.S.-backed forces and Ankara, according to Türkiye Today sources.

The U.S. is closely monitoring developments in the region. In their previous discussions, Blinken and Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan addressed various aspects of the conflict, with the issue of the YPG/PKK terrorist organization expected to be part of the upcoming talks.

Blinken to visit Ankara for talks on Syria: Türkiye Today sources
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan participates in a meeting on the sidelines of Doha Forum in Doha, Qatar, Dec. 7, 2024.

Fidan reiterated that Türkiye will never allow terrorist organizations to exploit the situation in Syria. He also emphasized the importance of Syria’s territorial integrity and political unity, underscoring Türkiye’s commitment to regional stability and security.

Last Updated:  Dec 11, 2024 10:51 AM