Ankara: Trkiye marked the International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People, reaffirming its "full support" for the Palestinian cause and the Palestinians' struggle for freedom. "We will continue our efforts with the same determination to establish a just and lasting peace where our Palestinian brothers and sisters can live in freedom and prosperity," said Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan on Turkish social media platform NSosyal.
According to Anadolu Agency, Ankara has provided the strongest support to date for the protection of Palestinian rights, with Fidan emphasizing the importance of implementing the two-state solution as critical to long-term peace in the region. In a separate statement, Trkiye's Communications Director Burhanettin Duran also expressed on NSosyal that the International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People signifies being a voice for the oppressed, standing on the side of justice, and upholding humanity's shared conscience.
Duran highlighted that the occupation and oppression in the Palestinian territories are a test for all of humanity, not just for one people. He noted that, despite immense pressure, the Palestinians have stood firm and emerged as a powerful symbol of resistance and justice. Trkiye views the Palestinian cause as an issue that speaks to the conscience of all humanity, rather than merely a regional matter.
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has been vocal against the injustice faced by Palestinians, challenging the double standards of the international system by stating that "the world is bigger than five." This phrase underscores Erdogan's critique of a global order that he perceives as failing to defend Palestinian rights. Ankara's commitment to Palestine is demonstrated through ongoing humanitarian aid and diplomatic efforts, which aim to protect the basic rights of Palestinians in Gaza, the West Bank, and Al-Quds.
Duran reiterated that Trkiye believes oppression cannot last forever and that justice will ultimately prevail. He described the courage of the Palestinian people as a beacon of hope for freedom, dignity, and peace, assuring that Ankara will continue to support them. "Until an independent and sovereign State of Palestine, with Al-Quds as its capital, is established, Trkiye will remain the strongest advocate of the Palestinian cause," he stated, affirming a vision of a free future for Palestine and a bright future for Al-Quds.
The International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People, observed annually on November 29, highlights Palestinian aspirations for peace, justice, and self-determination. Established by the UN in 1977, the day commemorates three decades after UN General Assembly resolution 181, which proposed the partition of Palestine into Jewish and Arab states, reflecting the ongoing quest for resolution between the two sides.