Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Ishaq Dar on Thursday held a telephone conversation with Turkiye’s Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan to discuss the worsening situation in Palestine and recent regional developments.

The two foreign ministers expressed deep concern over the continued Israeli military actions in Gaza and the Occupied West Bank, repeated violations at the Al Aqsa Mosque compound in occupied East Jerusalem, and the worsening humanitarian situation.

They also exchanged views on recent regional and international developments, with particular focus on the grave situation in Palestine.

They reaffirmed their unwavering support for the legitimate rights of the Palestinian people and discussed Jordan’s proposal to convene a meeting of Arab and Islamic countries to coordinate diplomatic efforts in support of the Palestinian people.