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Legendary singer Yusuf Islam thanks President Erdoğan for global efforts

"I would like to again thank you (Recep Tayyip Erdoğan) so much for your fantastic generous support to the British Muslims and the building of the Cambridge Mosque in the UK. Also, commend your fantastic work in trying to open the blockages between Ukraine and Russia,'' Yusuf Islam said on Monday during his concert held at the presidential complex in Ankara.

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Legendary singer Yusuf Islam thanks President Erdoğan for global efforts

"I would request that you don't give up on trying to find a peaceful solution for my fatherland which is Cyprus, Inshallah. And to continue your valuable support of Palestinian liberties, Inshallah. That all may live in peace in the holy land," Islam said.

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Legendary singer Yusuf Islam thanks President Erdoğan for global efforts

Under the stage name Cat Stevens, Islam left an indelible mark on music with a string of hits in the 1960s and '70s. After converting to Islam in 1977, he changed his name to Yusuf Islam.

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Legendary singer Yusuf Islam thanks President Erdoğan for global efforts

Islam's concerts in Türkiye, Istanbul last week, and Ankara this week, are the first time he has hit the road in five years.

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Legendary singer Yusuf Islam thanks President Erdoğan for global efforts
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Legendary singer Yusuf Islam thanks President Erdoğan for global efforts
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Legendary singer Yusuf Islam thanks President Erdoğan for global efforts
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Legendary singer Yusuf Islam thanks President Erdoğan for global efforts