Syria to Erdogan: Any Turkish Move within Syrian Territories to Be Considered Aggression, Occupation

Syria said on Tuesday that the statements of the Turkish president stress once again that this regime uses only the rhetoric of occupation and aggression.

An official source at the Syrian Foreign and Expatriates Ministry told SANA in a statement that the Turkish regime, the sponsor of terrorists at Astana dialogues, couldn’t be but an irresponsible, reckless regime that behaves in a way which contradicts with the simplest principles of the UN charter, turning a blind eye to the international resolutions which have always affirmed respect for Syrian territorial integrity.

“Syria affirms that any attempt to target its unity will be considered as a clear aggression and an occupation of its territories as well as a support and protection for the international terrorism by Turkey,” the source said.

It added, ”Syria reiterates that it has been determined to defend its people and territory against any form of aggression and occupation, including the Turkish occupation of the Syrian lands, with all means and capabilities.”