Türkiye's Erdogan speaks over phone with Palestinian president

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has spoken with Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas over the phone.

Erdogan congratulated the Palestinian leader on the holy Gurban holiday for Muslims, the Turkish Directorate of Presidential Affairs said, Anadolu Agency reports.

During the conversation, Erdogan and Abbas discussed bilateral relations and regional issues.

The Turkish leader wished that the holidays bring peace, tranquility, and health to Palestine, the countries of the region, and the entire Islamic world.

The head of state drew attention to the importance of unity and solidarity among Palestinians.

Türkiye is ready to support the Palestinians in this issue, as in all other issues, Erdogan added.