Turkish President Erdogan on relations with the Kurds:

"At the present time, we are seeking to preserve, in the best possible way, our relations with Kurdish citizens, whether in our region or beyond it."

"I believe that our Kurdish brothers in Syria in particular will obtain their rights there, God willing."

"We will preserve our unity and solidarity with all Kurds. We will live together, and we will see signs of preserving this unity and solidarity, whether in Iraq, Iran or Syria."