Turkey’s Parliament Head Warns Against U.S. Military Action in Iran

The Speaker of the Turkish Parliament Numan Kurtulmuş has voiced strong opposition to any potential military action by the United States against Iran emphasizing that such an attack would spell disaster for the entire region. He warned that even a brief military engagement could escalate into a prolonged and unpredictable conflict.

Kurtulmuş reflected on the historical context noting that the U.S. has previously occupied countries like Afghanistan and Iraq for extended periods without achieving its objectives incurring significant costs instead. He urged Washington to avoid repeating these past mistakes highlighting the importance of political wisdom in navigating international relations.

Furthermore he acknowledged the influence of pro-Israeli lobbying efforts and the political dynamics surrounding Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu which could impact U.S. decisions regarding Iran. Kurtulmuş reiterated Turkey’s commitment to taking all necessary measures to prevent war against Iran.