Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan called President Isaac Herzog on Monday evening to express his sympathies and condolences regarding the Israeli citizens who have been victimized by Hamas, Hebrew media reported on Monday evening.
Erdogan reiterated his commitment to restore stability in the region and seek peace.
Herzog thanked Erdogan for his condolences and highlighted that Israel will protect its citizens and take whatever steps are necessary to return the captives being held hostage in Gaza.