Türkiye Reaffirms Unwavering Support for Palestine Amid Escalating Challenges
Ankara, The Gulf Observer: In a resolute reaffirmation of its steadfast solidarity with Palestine, Türkiye’s Communications Director, Fahrettin Altun, underscored his nation’s unwavering commitment to advocating for Palestinian rights amidst escalating challenges.
During an exclusive interview with Al Jazeera, Altun addressed various pertinent issues, including Türkiye’s stance on the Israel-Palestine conflict, the nation’s counter-terrorism endeavors, and recent diplomatic initiatives spearheaded by Ankara.
Altun articulated Türkiye’s stance under the leadership of President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, affirming the nation’s vigorous pursuit of an immediate cessation to the ongoing violence in Palestine. He emphasized Türkiye’s unwavering support for the establishment of a sovereign and independent Palestinian state, with East Jerusalem as its capital, based on the 1967 borders—an imperative for lasting peace in the region.
Highlighting Türkiye’s proactive global leadership on the Palestinian issue, particularly since October 7, Altun emphasized the nation’s commitment to providing humanitarian aid and its submission of a legal opinion to the Court regarding Israel’s actions in Palestine, in alignment with a UN resolution—a testament to Türkiye’s dedication to upholding international law.
Altun reiterated Türkiye’s active role in proposing viable solutions and fostering unity among Palestinian factions, echoing President Erdogan’s unwavering dedication to cohesive action among Palestinian leaders.
Addressing trade restrictions with Israel, Altun elucidated Türkiye’s stance, elucidating the nation’s decision to halt military shipments to Israel and implement trade sanctions in response to Tel Aviv’s recent aggression against Gaza. He dismissed rumors regarding Turkish products reaching the Israeli army, reaffirming Türkiye’s steadfast support for Palestine and its endeavors to hold Israel accountable for its actions.
Altun provided insights into Türkiye’s diplomatic efforts, highlighting President Erdogan’s relentless pursuit of a ceasefire and his unwavering commitment to realizing a sovereign Palestinian state. He expressed confidence in Türkiye’s leadership contributing to regional peace and stability.
Furthermore, Altun emphasized Türkiye’s recent agreements with Iraq, underlining the nation’s dedication to regional cooperation and stability. He reiterated Türkiye’s resolute stance against terrorism, affirming its determination to combat terrorist organizations independently.
In conclusion, Altun expressed confidence in Türkiye’s principled and humanitarian approach to global crises, advocating for peace and stability while asserting the nation’s pivotal role in preventing further escalation of conflicts and safeguarding global stability.
