Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi met with his Turkish counterpart, Hakan Fidan, Tasnim reports.

Araghchi called for strengthening the collective capacities of the Islamic world to counter Israel’s “expansionist plans” and to defend the Palestinian cause.

The two ministers also reviewed the latest developments in the bilateral relations between Tehran and Ankara.

They also underlined the importance of expanding collaboration in key areas, including trade, energy, transportation, border security, and regional exchanges.

Araghchi and Fidan highlighted the significance of convening the Supreme Council of Iran-Turkey Relations as a practical step to deepen bilateral ties.

They also called for the continuation of consultations and closer regional and international cooperation based on mutual respect, good neighborliness, and shared interests.