Turkey Official Hits Back at Israel, Says Gaza Crimes Hidden Behind 'Anti-semitism'

Turkey's Communications Director Burhanettin Duran has responded to a statement by the Israeli Foreign Ministry that targeted President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, accusing Israel of hiding behind the concept of "anti-Semitism" to mask crimes committed in Gaza and policies that destabilize the region. Duran said the Israeli government, instead of confronting reality, has resorted to "slander and propaganda." He stressed that Turkey's objection is not directed at the Israeli people but at "occupation, oppression, massacre, and policies that disregard international law. Duran's remarks came in response to the Israeli Foreign Ministry's statement targeting Erdogan, reiterating that Israel is attempting to conceal its actions in Gaza by invoking anti-Semitism accusations." He emphasized that Turkey's stance remains firm against what he described as Israel's unlawful policies and actions in the region.

The Communications Director's comments underscore the ongoing tensions between Ankara and Tel Aviv over the situation in Gaza and broader regional issues. Turkey has consistently criticized Israel's military operations in Gaza and its treatment of Palestinians, calling for adherence to international law and a halt to what it terms as aggression.