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Written question asked by Marquess of Lothian (Conservative) on Thursday, 24 November 2022, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 8 December 2022. It was answered by Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon (Conservative) on Thursday, 8 December 2022 on behalf of the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office.


Turkey: Syria

Question

To ask His Majesty's Government what assessment they have made of the government of Turkey's current position in relation to the plans announced by the President of that country for a full-scale ground offensive against Kurdish militants in Syria.

Answer

The UK recognises Turkey's legitimate security interests in Syria and Iraq and is closely monitoring the situation. It is important that the risks to civilians and to the security and stability of the region are minimised. FCDO Ministers and senior officials engage with Turkey regularly on issues of regional security. The Foreign Secretary last met Turkish Foreign Minister Mevlüt Çavuşoğlu on 30 November.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
HL3758
Session
2022-23
Subjects
Turkey Syria Military intervention Kurds
Link
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