India described on Thursday Turkey’s military action in Syria as unilateral and urged Ankara to respect the territorial integrity and sovereignty of Syria.
“We are deeply concerned at the unilateral military offensive by Turkey in north-east Syria. Turkey’s actions can undermine stability in the region and the fight against terrorism. Its action also has the potential for causing humanitarian and civilian distress,” the Ministry of External Affairs said in a press release.
"We call upon Turkey to exercise restraint and respect the sovereignty and territorial integrity of
Syria. We urge the peaceful settlement of all issues through dialogue and discussion," the statement added.
It is noteworthy that Turkey launched on Wednesday a military offensive on Kurdish militants in northern Syria.
At least 15 civilians and dozens of SDF fighters were killed after Turkish forces bombed northeastern Syria.
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