Turkey Urges Russia, Iran To Stay Out Of Syria Rebel Push

Turkey urged Russia and Iran not to intervene militarily in Syria as Islamist-led rebels advanced on Damascus, leading to President Bashar al-Assad’s ouster. Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan emphasized Turkey’s efforts to prevent escalation, ensuring minimal loss of life. He noted that while the rebels could have won without Russian and Iranian support, the conflict would have been more violent and prolonged.