Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan resumed his phone diplomacy for ending the U.S.-Israel-Iran war on Wednesday, hours after the United States refrained from a hinted all-out offensive, and the sides appear to accept a cease-fire.

Fidan held a phone call with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and expressed Türkiye’s satisfaction with the temporary cease-fire, Foreign Ministry sources said. He said Ankara would continue its efforts to establish a permanent peace.

Türkiye recently joined Pakistan and Egypt in diplomatic efforts to end the conflict.

After Araghchi, Fidan held a phone call with Qatari Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani. Sources said the two top diplomats discussed steps for elevating the temporary cease-fire to a permanent, regional truce.

U.S. President Donald Trump announced a two-week cease-fire with Iran on Tuesday, saying Tehran presented a “workable” 10-point proposal for negotiations.

Iran’s Supreme National Security Council said the 10-point proposal delivered to the U.S. through Pakistani mediation includes a key U.S. commitment to non-aggression, continued Iranian control over the Strait of Hormuz, acceptance of uranium enrichment, and the lifting of all primary and secondary sanctions.

The proposal also includes paying compensation to Iran, withdrawing U.S. combat forces from the region and ending the war on all fronts, including the war against Hezbollah in Lebanon.

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The ruling Justice and Development Party (AK Party) is working on a substantial reshuffle at the local level. Party sources say that Deputy Chair Ahmet Büyükgümüş is coordinating the efforts for “field analysis” and evaluating the performance of branches.

The party sources say that the planned change will not be limited to just names, but that a deeper and more fundamental transformation in the organizational structure is being targeted.

The results of the most recent local elections, on-the-ground performance, and the level of engagement established with voters are among the most important factors shaping the process. Sources report that individuals who lack support in the field are being documented through detailed analyses.

Based on the data obtained, reports are prepared and presented by Büyükgümüş to President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan. If President Erdoğan forms an opinion in favor of change, a search for new chairpersons is initiated for the relevant provinces and districts.

Meanwhile, efforts carried out in line with the directive from the Organization Directorate of the party to recruit new members in provincial and district branches are also being closely monitored. Reports prepared by coordinators and regional heads are regularly submitted to the headquarters. Individuals who have terminated their party membership are contacted one by one to learn their reasons. Issues that can be resolved are addressed, while unresolved matters are directly reflected in the performance evaluations of provincial and district chairpersons.

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President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan welcomed the cease-fire between the U.S. and Iran on Wednesday, while hoping for full implementation on the ground.

“We welcome the ceasefire declared last night in the war that has turned our region into a battleground since Feb. 28,” Erdoğan said.

“We hope the cease-fire will be fully implemented on the ground without giving rise to possible provocations or acts of sabotage,” he added.

He also lauded Pakistan’s role as a mediator and said: “We sincerely congratulate all actors who contributed to the process leading to the cease-fire, especially our friend and brother Pakistan.”

Erdoğan also sent out a message for broader regional peace and reiterated that Türkiye will continue to play a key role in that end.

“It is our heartfelt hope that our region – having suffered greatly from war, conflict, tension and oppression – will soon attain peace, tranquility, and stability,” he said.

“Türkiye will continue to raise the voice of peace both in its region and around the world,” said Erdoğan.

Earlier Wednesday, Türkiye formally welcomed the two-week cease-fire in the Iran conflict and called for full compliance from the warring parties.

“We emphasize the necessity of the full implementation of the temporary ceasefire on the ground and express our expectation that all parties will adhere to the agreement,” said the Foreign Ministry in Ankara.

U.S. President Donald Trump announced the two-week cease-fire around 90 minutes before the expiry of his deadline overnight, putting a pause on more than a month of fighting since the U.S. and Israel launched large-scale attacks on Iran on Feb. 28.

Ankara said that the path to lasting peace can only be achieved “dialogue, diplomacy, and mutual trust.”

“We will continue to extend all necessary support for the successful conclusion of the negotiations to be held in Islamabad,” the ministry said.

It also congratulated Pakistan for its role in brokering the cease-fire and said it ⁠would support negotiations set to take place in Islamabad.

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The Foreign Ministry’s Antalya Diplomacy Forum will begin on April 17 in the eponymous Mediterranean Turkish city with the participation of foreign ministers and dignitaries from around the world. The annual event will mark its fifth edition at a time of raging conflicts in the region and talk of a “new order” with major shifts in ties. This year’s theme is fittingly “Mapping Tomorrow, Managing Uncertainties.”

At the forum, Türkiye aims to highlight its vision for diplomacy and peace as Ankara has raised its profile as a key mediator in conflicts in recent years.

With Israel’s aggressive expansionism threatening to further destabilize the region, from the Gulf to Syria and Iran, Türkiye promotes itself as an oasis of stability. The two-day forum will be a platform for Ankara to showcase this vision, discussing sharpening the foresight for future challenges and efficient ways to address those issues.

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan and Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan are scheduled to make keynote speeches at the forum, which will host leaders’ panels and other sessions entitled ADFPanels, ADFRounds and ADFTalks.

The event is expected to be attended by decision-makers, diplomats, academics, businesspeople, representatives of media and civic society for discussions on managing uncertainties, emergency issues and future challenges through interactive sessions and bilateral meetings.

The forum last year hosted participants from 155 countries, including 21 heads of state and government and 61 ministers.

“As conflicts remain unresolved, polarization grows and strategic rivalries expand, numerous critical issues continue to affect people all over the world. To address these challenges and work toward a more inclusive, fair and effective international system, the consolidation of international cooperation, dialogue and solidarity is imperative,” the forum’s organizers said in a statement on the event’s website.

Türkiye is engaged in a diplomatic blitz on multiple fronts, from the Russia-Ukraine conflict to the U.S.-Israel-Iran war. Under the leadership of Erdoğan, the country seeks a mediator role in conflicts threatening the region and the international community while striving to remain neutral. Over the past two decades, it has become a key actor in international affairs, utilizing its location as a bridge between Europe and Asia and its ability to maintain dialogue with opposite sides of conflicts. This was most evident in its mediating role between Russia and Ukraine. It is the only country that managed to preserve good ties with Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. As for the U.S.-Israel-Iran war, the country balances its ties with NATO ally the U.S. and its eastern neighbor Iran successfully as it yearns to bring the sides to the negotiation table.

Erdoğan on Monday acknowledged that they were working for peace amid the U.S.-Israel-Iran war. “If there is even the slightest chance to silence the guns and open space for negotiations, we are making a sincere effort to seize it,” Erdoğan said, describing the conflict as “unlawful, meaningless and illegitimate” and calling for its immediate end. He warned that “as the war drags on, the fire could spread to other countries,” and added that those prolonging the conflict for political survival should remember that “one day, the tide turns.”

Amid escalating crises across the region, Erdoğan emphasized that Türkiye’s main agenda is to remain insulated from instability and focus on the well-being of its people. “Our government is in control of its agenda; no one can impose an agenda on us,” Erdoğan told a news conference after the Cabinet meeting in Ankara on Monday, dismissing any suggestion of early or snap elections. “Our sole priority is to keep our country away from the fire in our region and improve the livelihood of our nation.”

The president also stressed Ankara’s commitment to peace, warning that prolonged conflicts risk spreading further across the region. “As Türkiye, we will continue to raise our voice for peace,” Erdoğan said, urging the international community to take stronger action against policies that prolong conflict and instability.

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Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim on Tuesday underscored Türkiye’s growing role as a stabilizing force in the Middle East, praising Ankara’s recent diplomatic engagements with regional actors, including Riyadh, Islamabad and Cairo, to de-escalate tensions stemming from the ongoing conflict involving the U.S., Israel and Iran.

Speaking at the inaugural Kuala Lumpur-Ankara Dialogue, jointly organized by the Foundation for Political, Economic and Social Research (SETA) and the Institute of Strategic and International Studies Malaysia, Anwar said Türkiye’s approach under President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan offers a constructive model centered on dialogue rather than escalation.

“Türkiye, as a country not directly party to the conflict, has chosen dialogue over confrontation. This approach stands as an instructive example,” Anwar said.

Anwar noted that the idea for the Kuala Lumpur-Ankara Dialogue emerged from consultations with Erdoğan, adding that the meeting reflects a shared commitment to strengthening ties at a time when the international community is once again confronting the harsh realities of war in West Asia.

The Malaysian leader described the humanitarian toll of the conflict as severe, citing thousands of deaths, including schoolchildren, and the widespread destruction of civilian infrastructure such as bridges, oil refineries and nuclear facilities.

“While countries like Türkiye and Malaysia call for an end to military operations and pursue diplomatic efforts to restore stability, the human and material costs of war continue to mount,” he said.

He further accused Israel of continuing attacks in Gaza and Lebanon, as well as maintaining policies in the West Bank and Jerusalem that disregard Palestinian rights.

Anwar cautioned that the conflict risks expanding beyond a regional crisis, warning of long-term consequences for global energy security. He highlighted the strategic importance of the Strait of Hormuz, noting that any sustained disruption there could drive up prices, disrupt production systems and increase living costs for hundreds of millions of people worldwide.

“To prevent a crisis whose effects may last for generations, diplomacy must extend beyond governments to include institutions, industries and societies,” he said.

Turning to bilateral relations, Anwar said the Kuala Lumpur-Ankara Dialogue represents a tangible outcome of deepening ties between Türkiye and Malaysia, strengthened by close personal relations between the two leaders.

Anwar added that both countries aim to enhance collaboration in defense industries, semiconductor technologies, education, research and energy supply.

Highlighting Türkiye’s strategic position bridging Asia and Europe, he said Malaysia has long prioritized relations with Ankara and intends to further deepen cooperation in the years ahead.

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Türkiye and Sudan held the ninth round of political consultations on Tuesday in the eastern Sudanese city of Port Sudan, as both sides reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral ties and supporting efforts to resolve Sudan’s ongoing crisis.

Deputy Foreign Minister Musa Kulaklıkaya traveled to Sudan for a series of high-level meetings, including talks with Malik Agar, deputy chairperson of Sudan’s Sovereignty Council.

The consultations were hosted by Sudan’s Foreign Ministry and co-chaired by Kulaklıkaya and Muawiya Osman Khalid, the ministry’s undersecretary. Following the meeting, Kulaklıkaya was also received by Sudanese Foreign Minister Mohyiddin Salim.

The talks were held behind closed doors and attended by Türkiye’s ambassador to Khartoum, Fatih Yıldız.

Speaking to reporters after the meetings, Kulaklıkaya described the consultations as “highly productive,” noting that both sides exchanged views on bilateral relations as well as regional developments.

“Türkiye and Sudan share deep historical ties, and our relations continue to progress positively across many fields,” he said, adding that both countries aim to support each other in economic, cultural and political areas.

Kulaklıkaya emphasized the importance of maintaining regular high-level engagements, saying such visits play a crucial role in advancing bilateral relations.

“We underlined the importance of today’s political consultations and the need to hold them more frequently,” he said. “We also expressed our determination to continue these engagements and to host our Sudanese counterparts in Türkiye in the near future.”

He added that discussions also focused on efforts to find a solution to Sudan’s ongoing crisis through bilateral, regional and international initiatives.

Türkiye, Sudan ties

Türkiye and Sudan have maintained close relations based on mutual cooperation and a shared commitment to further developing ties. Historical and cultural connections have long supported the multidimensional nature of the partnership.

Ankara has consistently emphasized the importance of preserving Sudan’s unity, sovereignty and territorial integrity. It has also called for a peaceful and lasting resolution to the conflict that erupted on April 15, 2023, warning that continued instability poses risks to regional and global security.

Despite ongoing clashes, high-level contacts between the two countries have continued. Sudan’s Sovereignty Council Chair Abdel Fattah al-Burhan visited Türkiye on Dec. 25, 2025, where he held talks with President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan in Ankara.

Türkiye has also continued its diplomatic efforts and humanitarian assistance aimed at alleviating the suffering of the Sudanese people and supporting long-term stability in the country.

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