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India has formally challenged Turkey's diplomatic stance supporting Pakistan's terrorist activities through the Ministry of External Affairs. The MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal directly called out Turkey's backing of Pakistan's militant ecosystem and military aggression. Tensions have escalated following Turkey's vocal support for Pakistan after the Pahalgam terror attack and subsequent Indian retaliatory operations. The diplomatic confrontation highlights the complex geopolitical dynamics between India, Pakistan, and Turkey's evolving international relationships.

Key Points: India Demands Turkey Stop Pakistan Terror Support

  • India challenges Turkey's support for Pakistan's terrorist infrastructure
  • MEA revokes security clearance for Turkish airport services
  • Erdogan meets Shehbaz Sharif after Pahalgam terror attack
  • Turkish military equipment potentially supporting Pakistani operations
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Expect Turkey to strongly urge Pakistan to end its support to cross-border terrorism: MEA

MEA calls on Turkey to end cross-border terrorism and challenge Pakistan's militant ecosystem through diplomatic channels

"Relations are built on the basis of sensitivities to each other's concerns - Randhir Jaiswal, MEA Spokesperson"

New Delhi, May 22

India on Thursday emphasised that it expects Turkey to "strongly urge" Pakistan to end its support to cross-border terrorism and take credible and verifiable actions against the terror ecosystem it has harboured for decades.

"We expect Turkey to strongly urge Pakistan to end its support to cross-border terrorism and take credible and verifiable actions against the terror ecosystem it has harboured for decades. Relations are built on the basis of sensitivities to each other’s concerns," Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal stated during a weekly media briefing in New Delhi.

Led by President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, Turkey has openly backed Pakistan's aggression and military response to India's decisive Operation Sindoor targeting Pakistani terror infrastructure.

Last week, in a strong retaliatory measure, the Bureau of Civil Aviation Security (BCAS) revoked the security clearance of Celebi Airport Services India Pvt Ltd offering ground handling services at nine airports, in the interest of national security.

The order came days after Turkey backed Islamabad and condemned India's Operation Sindoor launched to avenge the killing of 26 innocent people in the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack.

The drones launched by Pakistan on a large-scale targetting Indian regions and military bases earlier this month - all attacks successfully thwarted by India's air defence systems - were also sourced from Turkey.

"This (Celebi) matter has been discussed with the Turkish Embassy here and our Ministry of External Affairs. However, I understand that this particular decision was taken by the Civil Aviation Security, as they are mandated to handle security issues," Jaiswal mentioned on Thursday.

Under Erdogan's rule, Turkey has undergone a dramatic transformation from a relatively secular, pro-Western democracy to a country moving towards Islamist populism. Central to this transformation has been Erdogan's use of the media as a strategic weapon, both at domestic and international fronts.

Ankara's military, diplomatic and media support to Islamabad has added fuel to fire over the past few weeks.

Erdogan met Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif hours after the Pahalgam attack which was conducted by The Resistance Front (TRF), an extended group of Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT).

Post Operation Sindoor, Erdogan vocally condemned India's air strikes, reiterating solidarity with Pakistan during a call with Sharif.

Earlier, six Turkish C-130 Hercules military transport aircraft, possibly carrying an arms shipment, landed at Karachi airport on April 27 and on May 2. A Turkish warship, TCG Buyukada (F-512), the second ship of the Ada-class ASW corvettes of the Turkish Navy, had also docked at Karachi.

- IANS

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Here are 6 diverse Indian perspective comments for the article:
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Rajesh K.
Finally some strong action from our government! Turkey has been openly supporting Pakistan's terrorism for too long. Revoking Celebi's security clearance was the right move. Hope other nations also take note of how Turkey is enabling cross-border terrorism. 🇮🇳
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Priya M.
While I support strong action against terrorism, I hope diplomacy isn't completely abandoned. Turkey is an important trade partner too. Maybe we need to balance national security with economic interests. Just my two cents.
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Amit S.
The drone attacks from Pakistan using Turkish equipment is very concerning. Our defense forces did great in intercepting them, but we need to invest more in indigenous drone technology. Atmanirbhar Bharat is the way forward!
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Sunita R.
Erdogan's meeting with Sharif right after Pahalgam attack shows their true colors. Turkey talks about Islamic brotherhood but stays silent when innocent Indians are killed. Double standards much? 😠
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Vikram J.
The MEA statement is measured but firm. This is how diplomacy should be - clear about our red lines while keeping communication channels open. Hope Turkey realizes that supporting Pakistan's terrorism harms their own international standing too.
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Neha T.
While I agree Pakistan must stop cross-border terrorism, I wonder if we're giving Turkey too much importance. Their economy is struggling and they're losing influence in West Asia. Maybe we should focus more on building alliances with stronger global players.

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