Turkey works hard to protect rights of its brothers, says Akar

"We have fulfilled our responsibilities against all possible risks, threats, and dangers, taken measures, and continue to do through proactive work," said Turkish National Defense Minister Hulusi Akar.

"The Turkish Armed Forces continue to perform its duties within the law. We continue to work hard not only to protect our rights, interests, and advantages but also to protect the rights of our friends and brothers," he stressed.