World Bulletin / News Desk

Turkey's president Tuesday voiced disapproval of the sanctions on Qatar in the wake of several Arab countries severing diplomatic relations with Doha.

"I want to clearly say that we disapprove of the sanctions on Qatar," Recep Tayyip Erdogan said.

"These developments, coming at a time when we need solidarity and cooperation more than ever, are no good for any country in the region."

Erdogan's remarks came as he addressed a fast-breaking iftar dinner organized by his ruling Justice and Development (AK) Party in the capital Ankara.