Turkey condemns Bahrain over comments on defense minister


(MENAFN) Turkey on Monday criticized a new declaration by Bahrain's Foreign Ministry which critiqued comments made by Turkish Defense Minister Hulusi Akar.

Turkey's National Defense Ministry stated in a report "The statement by Bahrain's Foreign Ministry on National Defense Minister Hulusi Akar's response to questions during an interview with Al Jazeera TV broadcast on July 31 does not reflect the truth".

Akar told Al Jazeera on Friday that the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has devoted hateful doings in Syria and Libya and the UAE will be held responsible at the right place and time.

On Sunday, Bahrain's Foreign Ministry labeled Akar's declaration as "hostile" and an "unacceptable provocation."

MENAFN0408202000450000ID1100585762


Legal Disclaimer:
MENAFN provides the information “as is” without warranty of any kind. We do not accept any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, content, images, videos, licenses, completeness, legality, or reliability of the information contained in this article. If you have any complaints or copyright issues related to this article, kindly contact the provider above.