VERIFIED QUOTE · reported 2026-08-19
“intended to legitimize Israel’s unlawful airstrikes targeting Syria’s sovereignty and territorial integrity.”
Turkey's government · said 2026-08-19 · reported 2026-08-19
Turkey called Israel's justification for the strike untenable and accused it of trying to legitimize unlawful actions.
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