Turkey Voices Support for Palestinians

Turkey has intensified its support for the Palestinian cause by officially intervening in South Africa's case against Israel at the International Court of Justice (ICJ). Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan announced this development on Wednesday, condemning Israel's actions in Gaza as genocidal. He emphasized the need for the international community to act against what he described as Israel's impunity and called for increased pressure on Israel and its allies. The case, initiated by South Africa in December, accuses Israel of violating the Genocide Convention amid its military operations in Gaza. Fidan's remarks came during a press conference in Cairo, where he expressed Turkey's commitment to supporting the Palestinian people. The conflict has resulted in over 39,000 Palestinian deaths, according to local health authorities, prompting Turkey to adopt a more aggressive stance against Israel's military actions. Turkey's involvement follows a series of strong statements from its leadership, including President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, who previously threatened to deploy NATO troops to intervene in the conflict. This declaration underscores Turkey's position as a vocal critic of Israel's military campaign and its commitment to defending Palestinian rights. In addition to Turkey, Spain and Ireland have also expressed intentions to join the case at the ICJ, highlighting a growing international concern regarding the situation in Gaza and the broader implications for human rights and international law.