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Türkiye strongly condemns Israel’s ground operation in Lebanon

Ankara on Monday condemned Israel's ground operation in Lebanon, cautioning against "another humanitarian catastrophe" unfolding in the Middle East. "We firmly condemn the Israeli ground operation in Lebanon, which is worsening instability in the region," the Turkish foreign ministry said in a statement.

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Published March 16,2026
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The Turkish Foreign Ministry on Monday strongly condemned Israel's ground operation in Lebanon, saying it "further deepens instability in the region."

In a statement, Turkish diplomatic sources added that the Israeli government is implementing "policies of genocide and collective punishment" in Lebanon, which could lead to a new humanitarian disaster in the region.

It also reaffirmed Türkiye's solidarity with Lebanon in the face of attacks that violate its sovereignty and territorial integrity.