Erdogan: Fate Of Northern Iraq Critical To Turkey

Erdogan said his country is working to secure their border against a new incursion of terrorist elements; preparing to respond to a possible humanitarian crisis, and; encouraging the preservation of Iraq’s territorial integrity.
Erdogan wrote that “my government is committed to cooperating with the United States and other coalition members. In confronting common challenges, we share the same strategic vision…”
Erdogan also reiterated that “Turkey has for years been an understanding friends of America,” citing his country’s backing of the U.S. war in Afghanistan, as well as the support Turkey offered the U.S. following the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks.