A unique and poignant initiative has brought a miniature replica of the Al-Aqsa Mosque and Dome of the Rock to the city of Batman.

The truck will be open to the public for four days, from September 10 to 13, located next to Atatürk Park on Turgut Özal Boulevard. It will welcome visitors between 10:00 AM and 10:30 PM each day, offering a chance for the community to reflect on the significance of Jerusalem and the ongoing Palestinian struggle.

Nurettin Teymur, President of the Hope Caravan Association, spoke about the importance of this initiative, emphasizing that the truck’s presence in Batman is meant to "add spirit to the dead bodies" and create awareness about the ongoing plight of the Palestinian people. Teymur urged all residents of Batman to visit the Minia Quds truck, stressing that it was brought to Batman as part of a broader mission to ensure that the cause of Gaza remains in the public's consciousness.

“As the Hope Caravan, we constantly engage in humanitarian aid activities, and the situation in Gaza is always on our agenda. Our hearts burn for Gaza, and through this initiative, we hope to reignite the public’s awareness and commitment to the cause,” Teymur said. He explained that the Minia Quds truck has visited numerous provinces across Turkey, aiming to inspire solidarity with Palestine. “By making the necessary efforts, we have ensured that the Minia Quds truck came to Batman,” he added.

The Minia Quds truck features a model of the Al-Aqsa Mosque and Dome of the Rock, structures of deep spiritual and historical significance to Muslims worldwide. These miniatures, carefully constructed over a period of seven months using materials brought from Jerusalem, are a visual reminder of the Prophet's teaching to visit three sacred cities for worship. According to Teymur, the model is "a work worth seeing" and symbolizes the enduring connection between the people of Batman and the holy city of Jerusalem.

The exhibition is free of charge, with Teymur urging everyone to take advantage of the opportunity to learn more about the historical and religious significance of Jerusalem. “We organized this activity to create awareness and ensure that the suffering in Gaza is not forgotten. Our miniature of Quds is a reminder of the need to support our Palestinian brothers and sisters,” Teymur explained, emphasizing that the exhibition is open to all citizens.

Through this initiative, the organizers hope to strengthen the collective consciousness around the issues facing Palestine and to inspire continued solidarity with the Palestinian people. The Minia Quds truck stands as a poignant symbol of unity and remembrance, connecting Batman’s residents to a global cause of justice and freedom for Palestinians. (ILKHA)