30.04.2025 12:50
The Ministry of National Defense (MSB) stated that they are closely monitoring the Pakistan-India tensions with great concern, saying, "It is clear that the increasing verbal and military tensions between the two countries could have consequences that threaten not only the people of the region but the entire international community."
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The Press-Public Relations Advisor and Spokesperson of the Ministry of National Defense (MSB), Rear Admiral Zeki Aktürk, held a press briefing. Rear Admiral Zeki Aktürk made the following statements during the meeting:
3 PKK TERRORISTS SURRENDERED
"Our Turkish Armed Forces continue to work with all their might for the defense and security of our country, resolutely fighting against all risk and threat elements. In the past week, a total of 3 PKK terrorists have surrendered, including 1 who escaped from the shelter areas in northern Iraq and 2 who were detected in a cave and responded to the call to surrender. A total of 104 individuals have been captured at our borders, including 1 member of a terrorist organization, and 1,893 individuals have been prevented from crossing.
Thus, the number of those caught while trying to cross our borders illegally has reached 1,666, and the number of those prevented has reached 27,507 since January 1. In the Operation Areas in Syria, as part of the "tunnel destruction" activities that have been ongoing since January 8, approximately 85 kilometers of tunnels have been destroyed in the Tel Rıfat region and 95 kilometers in the Manbij region.
SITUATION IN SYRIA
The territorial integrity and political unity of Syria is a fundamental priority for Turkey. In this context, demands for autonomy and statements in this direction have the potential to harm Syria's sovereignty and regional stability. We cannot accept the fragmentation of Syria's territorial integrity and the disruption of its unitary structure, regardless of the guise. It must be clearly emphasized that we oppose the autonomous region and/or decentralization rhetoric or activities, just as the New Syrian Administration does.
Regarding the control of the Tishrin Dam; Syria's assets and resources belong to the Syrians. Matters related to the transfer of the dam are being coordinated with the Ministry of Defense of the Syrian Interim Government and regional actors, and necessary discussions are being held. In this context, the process is being closely monitored.
ALLEGATION THAT TURKEY PROVIDED WEAPONS ASSISTANCE TO PAKISTAN
The claim reported by some media outlets that "Turkey sent 6 planes full of weapons to Pakistan" is not true. A cargo plane departing from Turkey made a landing in Pakistan due to refueling. It then continued its journey on the designated route. Speculative news outside the statements of authorized persons and institutions should not be trusted.
"WE ARE FOLLOWING THE PAKISTAN-INDIA TENSION WITH CONCERN"
As the Ministry of National Defense of the Republic of Turkey, we are closely monitoring the Pakistan-India tension, which threatens stability in South Asia and seriously undermines regional security, with great concern. It is clear that the increasing verbal and military tension between the two countries could have consequences that threaten not only the people of the region but the entire international community. Therefore, it is essential for India to act responsibly and avoid escalatory steps, operating within the framework of international law and diplomacy. Turkey understands the legitimate security concerns of our brother Pakistan; it expects both parties to turn to peaceful solutions and for the international community to play a constructive role in this process.
The Republic of Turkey will continue to oppose all kinds of provocations and actions that create instability in South Asia and will resolutely strive for the establishment of peace and security on international platforms."
RECENT ACTIVITIES OF THE GREEK CYPRIOT ADMINISTRATION TOWARDS THE TRNC
Ministry sources stated the following regarding questions about the recent activities of the Greek Cypriot Administration (GCA) towards the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC):
"We emphasize once again that we want to see the Mediterranean and the Aegean Sea as a region of stability and prosperity, but we will never compromise on our national rights and interests while striving for a peaceful solution.
Indeed, it has been observed that in recent times, there has been a deliberate and intentional increase in hate actions and rhetoric against our Turkish Cypriot brothers, that anti-Turkish sentiment is being fueled, and that the EOKA terrorist mentality is being attempted to be revived.
This approach, which disregards international law and humanitarian values, targets the legitimate rights and security of the Turkish Cypriot people.
"TURKEY WILL NOT HESITATE TO EXERCISE ITS POWERS"
Such situations, which have been experienced before, once again demonstrate how just and realistic the vision of a two-state solution in Cyprus is.
Turkey, as a guarantor state, will continue to be the guarantor of peace, tranquility, and security in Cyprus within the framework of legitimate rights arising from international agreements and international law; it will never hesitate to exercise the powers granted to it by its guarantorship as it has done before."
TURKEY-US HIGH-LEVEL DEFENSE GROUP MEETING
Ministry sources stated the following regarding questions about the Turkey-US High-Level Defense Group Meeting:
"The Turkey-United States High-Level Defense Group meeting was held on April 28, 2025, in Ankara with the participation of the Turkish Republic Ministry of National Defense's Director General of Defense Security, Major General İlkay ALTINDAĞ, and the Acting Deputy Undersecretary for International Security Affairs at the United States Department of Defense, Katherine Thompson.
The parties discussed the possibilities of deepening various aspects of defense and defense industry cooperation with the desire to advance the sincere dialogue between the two countries, as expressed at the highest level recently, exchanged views on regional and international security issues, and reiterated their determination to further strengthen the strategic partnership.
The next meeting was decided to be held next year in the United States.
DISINFORMATION IN THE PRESS REGARDING LIEUTENANTS
Sources from the Ministry of National Defense stated the following regarding questions about the statements made in the ministry's defense due to the lieutenants' appeal to the administrative court:
"Regarding the use of the term 'agent' in the MSB defense, the mentioned expression is the term 'administrative agent,' which refers to a public official who carries out public activities on behalf of the state legal entity or other administrative authorities. It also includes other specially qualified public officials such as civil servants, judges, prosecutors, soldiers, and academics. This term is a legal term frequently used in the literature for those performing public duties."
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