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STANDARD DIPLOMATIC UNVERIFIED

Erdogan and Macron coordinate on US-Iran ceasefire negotiations

Apr 11, 2026 07:46 AM CT Ankara, Turkey diplomacy,ceasefire,US-Iran talks,regional coordination

Summary

Turkish President Erdogan and French President Macron held a phone call to discuss ongoing US-Iran ceasefire talks, signaling coordinated diplomatic efforts to de-escalate tensions in the Middle East. This engagement highlights the role of regional and European powers in facilitating dialogue between the primary state actors involved in the conflict. While no immediate agreement was reached, the communication underscores a shared interest in preventing further military escalation.

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Erdogan and Macron discuss US-Iran ceasefire talks Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan discussed the US-Iran ceasefire talks with French President Emmanuel Macron in a phone call on Saturday. Macron posted on X: "We initially discussed the ‌situation in the Middle East, and called for all...

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Actor Responses

United States NEUTRAL

Subject of ceasefire talks discussed by regional and European leaders.

Iran NEUTRAL

Subject of ceasefire talks discussed by regional and European leaders.

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