Israeli genocide in Palestine is shameful, Erdogan tells UN Chief Guterres

During a meeting with U.N. Secretary-General Antonio Guterres in New York, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan urged the international community to unite against Israeli atorcities toward Palestinians.

“The genocide committed by Israel in Palestinian territories is a new source of shame for humanity,” Erdogan stated on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly.

Türkiye’s Communications Directorate reported that Erdogan emphasized the necessity for “the international community to act with one voice to stop Israeli massacres.”

Situation worsens in Gaza, highlights Erdogan

Erdogan also highlighted Türkiye’s commitment to the genocide case against Israel at the International Court of Justice, confirming Türkiye’s intention to participate.

He drew attention to the worsening conditions in the Gaza Strip as winter approaches, stating, “More efforts should be exerted to increase humanitarian and medical aid to Gaza.”

Alternative solution for Turkish Cypriots

In addition, Erdogan reiterated the demands of the Turkish Cypriots, including the need for “sovereign equality and equal international status.”

He proposed that alternative solutions, beyond the federation model, be discussed in a meeting facilitated by the U.N. with all parties involved.

He concluded by asserting that “the recognition of the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus as a state would be the key to a solution that considers the realities on the island.”