Safe Zone

Turkey, Russia complete 11th joint patrol in north Syria

Unmanned aerial vehicles supported the Turkish and Russian units in the joint patrol under a deal agreed between the two countries on October 22.

Operation Peace Spring in a nutshell

Turkey’s Operation Peace Spring which began two weeks ago aimed to clear northern Syria bordering Turkey’s southeast from YPG/PKK terrorists, and Ankara says that has been achieved.

Turkey ready to launch military operation east of Euphrates in Syria

Turkey's President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Saturday gave the most direct indication of a military offensive since Ankara and Washington decided to establish a "safe zone" in the region.

Turkish, US defense chiefs discuss Syria safe zone

Turkey also reiterated its call on the US to stop providing aid for PKK/YPG/PYD terror group, especially arms and ammunition support, the ministry’s said.

International community must act for safe return of Syrians: Erdogan

Turkey's president reiterates need to expedite work on Syria safe zone and draws attention to Israel's continuing violation of Palestinians' basic rights.

Safe zone in northeast Syria could help millions - Turkey

A peace corridor on the Turkish-Syria border can help resettle some 3 million Syrians from Turkey, Europe and other countries if it is extended to the Deir Ezzor-Raqqa line, President Erdogan told the UN General Assembly delegates.

Turkey to initiate own plans if safe zone deal fails

President Erdogan said up to 3 million Syrians in Turkey and Europe can be resettled in northern Syria safe zone if established.

Turkey's Erdogan says will discuss with Trump buying US Patriot missiles

Turkey’s President Recep Tayyip Erdogan speaking to Reuters also said that it is “not rational” for US to hurt ally Turkey on sanctions, Syria “safe zone.”

Northern Syria safe zone should be formed till end of September - Erdogan

President Erdogan says that Turkey and the US are discussing a safe zone in northern Syria but with every step taken it is seen that what Turkey wants does not match with what is in the mind of the US.

Turkey to sort out safe zone in northern Syria soon - President Erdogan

Turkey and the US reached an agreement last month for a planned safe zone in northern Syria for displaced Syrian refugees.

Land patrols in Syria with US to start on September 8 – Turkey minister

Defence Minister Hulusi Akar announces the date of joint land patrols in northeastern Syria, a region mainly controlled by the PKK terror group's Syria affiliate, the YPG.

Turkey is ready for Syria safe zone – Kalin

Ankara has completed its preparations for Turkey-US joint operational plan in Syria, Turkish presidential spokesperson Ibrahim Kalin tells US National Security Advisor John Bolton.