Antalya:Turkish labor unions have brought attention to the humanitarian and environmental devastation in Gaza through an exhibition at COP31, hosted in the Mediterranean city of Antalya, Türkiye. The exhibition, titled "The Hope of Return Al-Awda - The Story of the Olive Tree," symbolizes Palestinians' enduring attachment to their homeland and the hope of displaced families.

According to Anadolu Agency – English, the exhibition was organized by the Turkish Confederation of Civil Servant Unions (Memur-Sen) and the International Labour Confederation (ILC). It features photographs from Anadolu Agency photojournalists in Gaza, as well as works by Palestinian artists, and is open to visitors at the COP31 Green Zone Congress Center foyer from November 9 to 20.

The exhibition takes visitors on a journey from Gaza's vibrant past to its present-day devastation, featuring personal testimonies and everyday objects as silent witnesses to the conflict. A resilient olive tree at the center of the exhibition symbolizes peace and hope for Palestinians, while a map made from keys represents the right of return for displaced families.

Environmental destruction is a major focus, with exhibits detailing the explosive force of munitions, carbon emissions, and agricultural losses in Gaza. The damage to infrastructure and cultural heritage is highlighted, with figures showing significant destruction to buildings, agricultural land, and historical sites.

Visitors can engage with an interactive installation to leave digital messages of hope and solidarity for Gaza and humanity as they exit the exhibition.