Turkish official warns against provocations over Syrian refugees
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Fahrettin Altun, head of Türkiye's Communications Directorate, has issued a stern warning against provocations aimed at increasing tension and creating a negative atmosphere surrounding Syrian refugees in the country.
In a statement shared on social media platform X on Monday, Altun highlighted the ongoing efforts of certain groups, led by anti-Türkiye elements, to disrupt public order and peace through provocative actions.
"Provocations that have caused rising tension and a negative atmosphere over Syrian refugees are being closely monitored," Altun said. "Some circles, led by elements hostile to Türkiye, are trying to disrupt our nation's peace with provocative activities aimed at testing public order. Thanks to the dedicated efforts of all components of our state, these attempts will not achieve their goals."
Altun emphasized that various state units, coordinated by the Communications Directorate, are actively working to combat disinformation and the spread of false claims and manipulations on social media. He urged the public to remain vigilant against false news and disinformation and to rely only on official and reliable sources.
"We urge our citizens to avoid giving credence to false news, consider the potential for disinformation in content dissemination, and trust only official and reliable sources, especially our official authorities," Altun stated.
The warning comes in the wake of recent anti-Syrian riots in Kayseri, where Syrian-owned shops were set on fire, and follows broader concerns about rising anti-refugee sentiment in Türkiye. (ILKHA)
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