Erdogan to address pro-Palestinian rally on eve of Turkey's centenary
Saturday, 28 October 2023 Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan is expected to join a pro-Palestinian rally in Istanbul, ahead of the centenary of Turkey's secular republic. Erdogan's planned address aims to reinforce his criticism of Israel's bombardment of Gaza and overshadow celebrations of Turkey's secular roots. Turkey has condemned Israeli civilian deaths but Erdogan has referred to Hamas as "freedom fighters". Unlike many NATO allies, Turkey does not consider Hamas a terrorist organization and has offered to play a role in negotiating the release of hostages. Erdogan's rhetoric has sharpened due to the worsening humanitarian crisis in Gaza.
Speaking before the Turkish parliament, President Recep Tayyip Erdogan accuses Israel of abusing Turkey's "good will". Erdogan has criticised Western powers for their support of Israel and has cancelled plans to visit Israel because of what he calls the "inhumane" war against Hamas militants in Gaza....
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan is ramping up his support of Hamas, prompting Israel to withdraw its diplomats. Erdogan has taken a step to ratify Sweden's NATO membership, but experts..
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan delivered a speech at a rally, accusing Israel of war crimes and showing support for Hamas. His comments sparked outrage from Israel and led to the withdrawal of..
Saturday, 28 October 2023
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