30.03.2026 14:52
While the war between the US-Israel and Iran continues, a claim regarding Turkey has caused public outrage. The Communications Directorate, which denied the allegation that Turkey would intervene in the war in favor of Iran, stated, "The Republic of Turkey has expressed from the very beginning that it is not a party to the war. It is urgently requested that the public does not give credence to unfounded claims and that only the statements of official authorities are taken into consideration."
Claims about Turkey raised in the shadow of the ongoing war between the US-Israel and Iran have sparked public debate. The Communications Directorate provided a clear response to allegations found in some media outlets and social media posts stating that "Turkey will intervene in the war in favor of Iran" and "will enter Lebanon."
“THESE CLAIMS ARE DISINFORMATION”
The Communications Directorate's Disinformation Combat Center stated that the claims in question do not reflect the truth, declaring that "the allegations that Turkey will intervene in the war in favor of Iran or will enter Lebanon are products of disinformation."
“TURKEY IS NOT A PARTY TO THE WAR”
The statement emphasized that the Republic of Turkey has clearly expressed from the beginning that it is not a party to the war, noting that intense efforts are being made for a diplomatic solution under the leadership of President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan. It was stated that Turkey's primary priority is to end the attacks, prevent the spread of war, and achieve lasting peace.
“PART OF PSYCHOLOGICAL WARFARE”
Officials pointed out that the claims in question are not only misinformation but also part of psychological warfare. It was noted that such content aims to damage Turkey's international image and overshadow its constructive role during the crisis.
WARNING TO THE PUBLIC
The Communications Directorate called on citizens to only trust official statements, emphasizing that unfounded claims should not be taken into account.