Erdogan calls Islamic summit next week on Jerusalem

President Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s spokesman says the Turkish leader is inviting leaders of member states of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation to an extraordinary meeting to discuss Jerusalem’s status next week.

Ibrahim Kalin tells reporters that the meeting, planned for December 13, will give the opportunity for Muslim countries leaders to act together and coordinate following US President Donald Trump’s expected recognition of Jerusalem as Israel’s capital.

Kalin also said that Turkey calls on the US administration to “immediately turn away from this grave mistake that will virtually eliminate the fragile Middle East peace process.”

Erdogan said on yesterday that Jerusalem was a “red line” for Muslims and could lead Turkey to cut diplomatic ties with Israel.

— AP