German Defense Minister Ursula Von Der Leyen criticized Turkish army's interference in the northern Iraqi city of Mosul which is a stronghold of Daesh terrorist group.

In statements to the German TV on Wednesday, she said the Global Anti-ISIS Coalition which convened in Paris on Tuesday without the Turks and Iraqis highlighted the importance of respecting the sovereignty of States.

She called for adhering to the coalition's rules, noting that the issue will be raised with Turkey.

According to a report published by the German newspaper Deutsche Welle, Turkey is part of the global coalition.

Iraq has repeatedly called for the Turkish personnel withdrawal, a request that was turned down by Turkey.

Source: MENA