The final National Security Meeting of the year, presided over by President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, concluded after a 2.5-hour session at the Presidential Complex on Wednesday.

Following the meeting, the Turkish National Security Council issued a statement expressing its belief that a lasting peace in the Middle East could be achieved through the establishment of an independent Palestinian state. The proposed state would have East Jerusalem as its capital, adhering to the borders delineated in 1967.

The statement aligns with the international discourse supporting the two-state solution, envisioning Israel and Palestine coexisting with secure and recognized borders. The borders referenced in the statement harken back to those existing before the Six-Day War, where the zionist regime gained control of East Jerusalem, the West Bank, and Gaza.

The mention of the 1967 borders touches upon one of the most contentious issues in israeli-Palestinian relations.

The Turkish National Security Council's proclamation reaffirms Türkiye's commitment to the Palestinian cause and mirrors the country's foreign policy stance on the Israel’s genocide against Palestinian civilians. President Erdogan's support for Hamas and criticism of israel has led to significant political ramifications.

Under Erdogan's leadership, Türkiye has increased support for Hamas, straining relations with the zionist occupation regime. Erdogan's condemnation of israeli actions has severed diplomatic ties between the two countries. The recent ceasefire in the Gaza Strip has eased tensions, with Erdogan welcoming the temporary pause and the exchange of hostages and prisoners between the parties.

Erdogan's vocal criticism of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, labeling him 'the butcher of Gaza,' and calls for israel to be tried for war crimes signify Türkiye's commitment to a resolution favoring the Palestinian cause. These positions, coupled with Türkiye's support for Hamas, underscore Erdogan's dedication to a resolution that aligns with Palestinian interests. (ILKHA)