On Thursday, January 8, 2026, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan spoke with Syria"s Deputy Foreign Minister Faisal Al-Sharaa during an ongoing military operation in Aleppo aimed at expelling the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) from the area. The conversation took place amid significant military activity in the region.
According to reports, Erdogan reached out to Al-Sharaa to offer moral support and to inquire if the Syrian government required any assistance during the operation. This dialogue occurs as Syrian government forces advance and secure areas previously controlled by the SDF in Aleppo, as detailed in recent developments in the region.
The military operation reflects ongoing tensions in Syria, where various factions continue to vie for control. The situation remains fluid, and further updates are expected as the operation unfolds.
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