Türkiye supports Syria’s right to defend against SDF attacks in Aleppo

Turkish security sources issued a statement supporting Syria’s right to defend its territorial integrity following clashes in Aleppo triggered by attacks from the SDF terror group according to state broadcaster TRT.

The security sources declared that the Syrian government remains committed to ensuring the safety of all its citizens regardless of ethnic or sectarian background. The statement emphasized Syria’s sovereign right to protect itself against terrorist organizations.

Türkiye backs Syrian sovereignty amid northern conflict

“The Syrian government is determined to ensure the security of all its citizens without discrimination based on ethnic and sectarian origin,” the Turkish security sources stated. “It will use its right to protect its national sovereignty and territorial integrity to the fullest extent against such attacks by terrorist organizations.”

The statement marks Türkiye’s first official comment on the recent hostilities in Aleppo. The clashes follow SDF attacks in the northern Syrian city, though details about the scale and duration of the fighting remain limited.

January 07, 2026 06:34 PM GMT+03:00