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Erdogan Enters India–Pakistan Crisis: Turkey Pledges Support for Islamabad Amid Rising War Fears

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has thrown his weight behind Pakistan as fears of a full-scale war with India escalate. Following India’s missile strikes across Pakistan and Pakistan-administered Kashmir, Erdogan held a high-stakes call with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, expressing Turkey’s unwavering solidarity with its long-standing ally.

The Turkish leader’s move, framed as a bid to “prevent further escalation,” comes amid urgent appeals from global leaders. In the U.S., former President Donald Trump called for an immediate de-escalation, saying he wanted to "see them stop." In the UK, Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer addressed the House of Commons, warning that "rising tensions between India and Pakistan will be of serious concern for many across Britain."

Erdogan’s support for Pakistan marks a significant geopolitical intervention, reinforcing regional alliances and raising the stakes in what could become one of the most dangerous flashpoints of 2025.