UK Foreign Secretary Threatens to Withdraw Support for Scottish Ministers Over Protocol Breach

Scottish First Minister Humza Yousaf's meeting with Turkish President Erdogan without a UK official present has escalated tensions between Scotland and the UK government.

• Scottish First Minister Humza Yousaf held talks with Turkish President Erdogan about the Gaza crisis without a UK official present, breaching protocol.
• Foreign Secretary David Cameron has threatened to withdraw Foreign Office support for Scottish ministers and shut down Scottish government international offices in UK embassies in key locations.
• Yousaf's meeting with Erdogan has sparked controversy within his own party, with some members expressing disappointment and disgust.
• Yousaf has defended his actions, stating that a UK official was invited to the meeting and that the nature of such events can lead to last-minute changes in timing.
• This incident has escalated ongoing tensions between Scotland and the UK government over meetings with foreign officials.

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