Turkey Condemns Israel's "Ethnic Cleansing" in Gaza, Vows to Continue Diplomatic Efforts

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Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan has harshly criticized Israel's actions in the Gaza Strip, describing them as "ethnic cleansing in every sense of the word" during a joint press conference with his Czech counterpart in Ankara. Fidan stated that Turkey will not remain silent about Israel's efforts to expand its territories and steal Palestinian lands, and vowed to mobilize all diplomatic means to end the repression in Gaza. Ankara's support for a ceasefire and the two-state solution has been reiterated, with Fidan highlighting the increase in countries recognizing the Palestinian state, including Spain, Norway, Ireland, Slovenia, and Armenia, following the devastating Israeli war on Gaza since last October.

Key Takeaways:

  • Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan accused Israel of "ethnic cleansing in every sense of the word" in the Gaza Strip.
  • Fidan stated that Turkey will not remain silent about Israel's efforts to expand its territories and steal Palestinian lands.
  • Ankara will mobilize all diplomatic means to end the repression in Gaza and support a ceasefire.
  • The two-state solution is considered the path to a solution for the Gaza crisis.
  • The number of countries recognizing the Palestinian state has increased to at least six, including Spain, Norway, Ireland, Slovenia, Armenia, and likely more.
  • Turkey will work tirelessly to increase the number of countries recognizing the Palestinian state in the coming period.
  • Fidan reiterated Turkey's support for Palestinian brothers and its commitment to raising its voice in international forums to address the Gaza crisis.
  • The condemnation comes after the devastating Israeli war on Gaza since last October and the escalation of Israeli restrictions on Palestinians in the occupied West Bank.

Statistics:

  • At least six countries have recognized the Palestinian state since the Israeli war on Gaza in October, including Spain, Norway, Ireland, Slovenia, Armenia, and others referred to by Fidan but not named.
  • Six countries have announced recognition of the State of Palestine since the escalation of Israeli restrictions on Palestinians in the occupied West Bank.

Sources:

  • Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan, joint press conference with Czech counterpart, Tuesday, in Ankara.
  • National Iraqi News Agency/NINA, Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan confirms Israel continues to practice ethnic cleansing in every sense of the word and commits war crimes daily in the Gaza Strip.