During a Monday meeting on the sidelines of the 79th session of the United Nations General Assembly, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan emphasized the importance of unity between Tehran and Ankara as a cornerstone for a brighter future for Islamic countries. 

Both leaders expressed a shared vision for a strong Islamic world, advocating for the creation of a large common market within the region and fostering academic, scientific, and economic exchanges between Iran and Türkiye.

"A better future for Islamic countries depends on the successful effort to create unity between Tehran and Ankara," stated Pezeshkian. He further highlighted the potential of such collaboration to end the ongoing Israeli crimes in Gaza. 

Pezeshkian proposed the establishment of a regional communication network, a suggestion that President Erdogan enthusiastically welcomed, calling it "very valuable."

Erdogan also voiced concern over the escalating Israeli attacks on Lebanon. "The Zionist regime has displayed a new definition of brutality and violence with the recent attacks,” he stated.