This was reported by Mehr news agency with reference to a statement by the Iranian Foreign Ministry.
"Zarif opposed the military operation (Turkey in the SAR. - RT ), calling for respect for the territorial integrity and independence of Syria," the report said.
In turn, Cavusoglu said that the country's military operation in northeast Syria is a temporary measure.
Earlier, the US Department of Defense announced "the possible destabilizing consequences of actions for Turkey itself" after the military operation.
On October 5, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said the country could launch a military operation in northern Syria in the coming days.
On October 8, the Turkish Ministry of Defense announced the completion of preparations for the operation.